Term 4 - Week 6

A Message from the Principal

Dear Parents and Carers,

As we continue to see the absolute destruction and heartache in the Middle East when we glance at the news, this prayer for peace struck me as something so tangible that if only we all as human beings across the world lived by would help gain meaningful peace.

Mend a quarrel
Search out a forgotten friend
Dismiss suspicion and replace it with trust
Write a love letter
Share some treasures
Give a soft answer
Encourage youth 

Manifest your loyalty in a word or deed
Keep a promise
Find the time
Forego a grudge
Forgive an enemy
Listen
Apologise if you were wrong

Try to understand
Flout envy
Examine your demands on others
Think first of someone else
Appreciate, be kind, be gentle
Laugh a little more.
Deserve confidence

Take up arms against malice
Decry complacency
Express your gratitude
Worship your God
Gladden the heart of a child
Take pleasure in the beauty and wonder of the earth

Speak your love
Speak it again
Speak it still again
Speak it still once again....

~ Author Unknown

As we draw towards the end of the academic year, I ask all parents to support student attendance until the last day. Lessons which are less constrained by the pressure of assessment from the perspective of a student can mean that learning occurs on a more creative level. I encourage every student to take advantage of learning until the last day for students on December 12.

At our College Assembly this week our newly inducted student leaders advertised the vast array of clubs that run often during break at the College. Next year we will produce this list which includes knitting, films, books, bridge, STEM, languages, poetry and much more but please talk to your daughter about what activities she would like to be involved in as she tries new ventures.

The St Michael’s Parish next door have been having difficulties with near misses of accidents due to parents from Bethany and the primary school using the designated parish car park. The parish car park or the car spaces outside of the College driveway are never places to drop your daughter off or pick her up from. All of this is in the name of safety for our community. Please do not drive through the parish car park to drop your daughter off in the morning. The gates from Waratah Street open very early each morning and this is a safer alternative as long as double parking does not occur. St Michael’s holds Mass each morning and the car park is needed for parishioners only. We really ask for your support in this manner.

Semester 2 Principal Awards

Year 11

Congratulations to the following girls on receiving a Principal Award for Semester 2.

Robyn Rodwell

College Principal

From the Assistant Principal

Following on from my article last week, I thought I would write this week about ways to support your daughter navigate social media and their responsibilities when using various platforms. 

Some of the behaviour we have seen of late have included posting unflattering photos of other students and then writing something unkind to go along with the post. The ugly photo trend started online a while ago. It was a way of people taking ownership of their own unflattering images and posting them, showing their more authentic self online over the usual, heavily curated images we are used to seeing from influencers. Like many things, the trend started with a positive message but evolved into something less so, with individuals then choosing to post ‘ugly’ photos of other people, showing them in an unflattering way, often with the intent to cause embarrassment. 

This might not seem like a school issue but it impacts the school experience of the person in the photo. Often they don’t want to come to school following the post, even if it has been taken down. Sometimes, they have laughed along with the photo, perhaps giving a mixed message but ultimately, they are upset and embarrassed. Often, the student doing the posting, has seen lots of other posts that are similar, creating a sense that this is a funny way to behave on social media. Most times, they realise they should not have posted the image but it is too late to totally fix things. 

We regularly discuss our expectations with students regarding social media use at school and the posting of images showing students in their uniforms. Despite this, students are still surprised that we take their actions very seriously when they make poor choices. 

Parents and carers can support their children through these experiences in a number of ways. 

• Open Communication:
• Establish an open line of communication about social media.
• Encourage your child to talk to you about their online experiences, both positive and negative. Most days, they would see something negative on social media, whether they realise it or not. 

• Teach Responsible Posting:

• Emphasise the impact of their online presence on their reputation.
• Discuss the potential consequences of posting inappropriate or offensive content.

• Discuss Cyberbullying:

• Make sure your child understands what cyberbullying is and encourage them to report any instances they encounter.
• Teach them how to be kind and respectful online.

• Educate About Online Safety:

• Teach your child about the importance of privacy and the potential risks of sharing personal information online. This includes images showing where they go to school. 
• Discuss the concept of online permanence, emphasizing that what they post can be seen by others for a long time.

• Discuss Digital Footprint:

• Explain the concept of a digital footprint and how it can affect their future.
• Encourage them to maintain a positive online presence.

• Stay Informed:

• Keep yourself informed about the latest trends and features on the platforms your child uses.
• This allows you to offer guidance based on current online practices.

By being actively involved in your child's online life and providing guidance, you can help them navigate the digital world responsibly and confidently.

Kristina Flanagan

Assistant Principal

Religious Education and Mission

Year 10 Spirituality Day- Don’t be afraid to welcome Christ or see Christ in others

Today, Year 10 explored the transformative journey of welcoming Christ into their lives—a journey that goes beyond rituals and routines, touching the very core of our existence.

At the heart of welcoming Christ is the foundation of belief. It's about acknowledging Jesus Christ as our Saviour, understanding His teachings, and accepting the profound love and grace that He offers. Today was an opportunity for encounter with the Divine through prayer, shared experience and a reminder of the enduring presence of Christ.

In the morning, members of the Vocation Centre from the Sydney Archdiocese presented Quo Vadis (where are you going?) based on this critical interaction between Peter and Jesus in John’s Gospel; Simon Peter asked him, “Lord, where are you going?” Jesus replied, “Where I am going, you cannot follow now, but you will follow later.” - John 13:36-37

This program encourages prayer to know one's vocation, explains the call to holiness, showcases examples of holiness (e.g. Blessed Carlos Acutis), and describes the 'state of life' vocations in the Church with reference to the Catechism and the personal testimony of priests, religious, and seminarians. This offered Year 10 a deeper understanding into the unit, Sacraments at the Service of Communion and opportunity to hear about the ways in which some people have welcomed Christ into their lives.

Later in the day, members of Together For Humanity, an inclusive educational organisation that works with school communities to foster intercultural understanding offered another perspective on the Year 10 Value of Welcome. This added a wonderful dimension to the current Year 10 Ecumenism and Interfaith Dialogue unit of work which will continue in Stage 6 Studies of Religion. 

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St. Vincent de Paul Society Christmas Appeal 

Please continue to support this cause by donating the item allocated to your daughter, during homeroom. Items include: Christmas pudding, long-life custard, Christmas cake, fruit mince pies, long-life milk, tinned fruit, tinned vegetables, jam, honey, vegemite, coffee, tea bags, cereal, chocolate, savoury biscuits such as Jatz/Shapes, sweet biscuits such as Tim Tams/Oreos, large bags of chips, 1L or larger juice/soft drinks, pasta, pasta sauce, Christmas bon bons, cordial, lollies, gravy mix and pancake mix. Items are being collected in the large tub outside Student Services up until Friday 8 December. Thank you to all families who have already contributed so generously to this initiative!

Sara Camporeale

Leader of Religious Education and Mission

Wellbeing Update

SCS requires a base level attendance for students of 90%; the figure above means that Bethany attendance is above this for the year to date. In perspective, however, 91% equates to approximately 16 days off this year on average per student. Averages can only describe data to a point, however it would be our aim for 2024 that this figure increases. Remember “Every day counts”!!!

Catholic Education Fundraiser

Bethany was awash with PINK at the end of Week 4 for the annual Catholic Education Foundation fundraiser. This not-for-profit charity was established in 2013 and offers support to families via the bursary program. Students donated a gold coin and wore mufti including “a touch of pink”. They also generously supported the sausage sizzle which was run at lunchtime. Overall we raised $1900 - congrats girls, a fabulous amount!

 World Kindness Day November 13 

The newly elected student leaders for 2024 led a wonderful initiative across the school during this week where we were encouraged to show kindness to others and reminded that

 “No act of kindness no matter how small, is ever wasted”

Posters suggesting small acts of kindness were displayed around the College and, in homeroom, students wrote a note of gratitude or an act of kindness on small pink hearts. These were then displayed on our “Connections” web and around the College as a reminder to think of others and to be kind.

Remembrance Day Saturday 11th November

Bethany College was represented at the Remembrance Day service at Bexley RSL sub-branch last Saturday morning. College leaders Hannah Cabot and Eden Fernando were outstanding ambassadors for the school in honouring those who have made the ultimate sacrifice in war. Eden delivered the opening prayer and Hannah read The Ode; both girls read beautifully and were commended by several of the RSL organising team. We thank the girls and their families for giving up their time to remember our service men and women who sacrificed their lives, protecting our freedoms.

RSL Remember ANZAC Art Competition Finalist

Congratulations to Irene Tjoa of Year 9 who has been selected as a finalist in the 2024 RSL Remember ANZAC Competition! The artwork is a heartfelt tribute to the sacrifices of servicemen and women and a powerful reminder of the importance of remembering. Well done Irene on this excellent achievement.

Bexley RSL ANZAC Art Competition Winners

Congratulations to four Bethany students who submitted artworks to the Bexley RSL ANZAC Art Competition; Charley Craig, Elizabeth Savell, Irene Tjoa and Zamarah Verlinde. Winners were announced on Saturday 11th November after the Remembrance Day Service. Congratulations to Elizabeth Savell of Year 8 who was the winner of the competition and Irene Tjoa of Year 9 who received second place. Students designed and created thoughtful compositions that communicated the theme 'Why Lest We Forget'.

Charlotte Buxton

Leader of Wellbeing

Teaching and Learning News

“Never stop learning because life never stops teaching’

This is a gentle reminder to all students of the importance of finishing the academic year strongly. Whilst students in Year 7-10 may have completed their formal assessments, the next 4 weeks are an opportunity to learn new content and skills and build momentum into the next year. As such, students should maintain their high standards, complete set work and use Atomi where possible to help revise and check for understanding.

Best of luck to all of our Year 11 students who embark on their first series of HSC assessments. 

Newman Showcase

The Newman Showcase is an opportunity for students and their families to celebrate their learning throughout the year. The Showcase will be held on Tuesday the 5th of December and begins at 4:30 pm.

Students have designed a variety of masterclasses and will act as experts as they teach the skills and concepts from a range of different subjects. We look forward to seeing you on the night and becoming the students as we learn and celebrate the works from our Newman students. 

Textbooks 2024

Booklists and stationery lists will be emailed to families over the coming fortnight. Purchases are to be made through the online Campion portal - campion.com.au. As most texts are digital, students will receive subscription code to access each of their textbooks. 

Study Skills

This week’s study tips focus on the use of mnemonic devices to help increase memory and the retrieval of information in exams. Students are advised to create acronyms, or catchy phrases that are easy to remember. 

Dorian Kipriortis                                                                   Sarah Rowland

Leader of Curriculum                                                           Leader of Data and Growth

Year 10 Science

YOUNG SCIENTIST AWARD WINNERS

Each year students from Year 10 across NSW are required to design and conduct a Science Experiment and complete a report as part of their Individual Studnet Research Project.

This year the best projects were submitted into the the Science Teachers Association of NSW Young Scientist Awards.

The Young Scientist Awards Program is a curriculum-based STEM initiative that encourages and inspires authentic student investigations and inventions in science and technology.

The following students received commendations for their projects: 

A special mention goes out to Christina Koleski who received a distinction for her project about how changing the force impacts the acceleration of an object.

Well done to these budding young scientists.

Frank Milic
Science Coordinator

Visual Arts News

Art Express Nominations

Congratulations to the HSC Visual Arts class of 2023. We are excited to announce two of our Visual Arts students received Art Express nominations this year; Portia Josephakis and Leilani Vittorio. 

Art Express is an annual exhibition that showcases exemplary artworks created by students for their HSC examination. These talented students worked tirelessly throughout the HSC journey to create sophisticated and impactful artworks. This incredible achievement and honour is a testament to these students' dedication and commitment to the Visual Arts. Congratulations Portia and Leilani!

Year 7 Mixed Media Artworks

Inspired by the work of contemporary Australian artist, Howard Arkley, Year 7 students have been creating mixed media artworks that explore elements of shape, colour and line. Students have displayed imaginative thinking to create vibrant representations of suburban interiors. Well done Year 7 artists!

Year 10 Visual Arts Digital Posters

Last term Year 10 Art students investigated the practice of street artist and activist Shepard Fairey. Inspired by his style, students used photoshop to create posters using culturally significant figures as their subject matter. The posters are currently on display outside the canteen. Well done Year 10 Artists.

Year 10 Visual Arts Mixed Media Artworks

This term, Year 10 students adopted a bold and experimental approach to creating landscape artworks. Inspired by the practice of Australian artist, John Wolseley, students used a variety of materials, techniques and perspectives to communicate the essence of a location. Well done Year 10 Visual Arts students.

Freya Wooby

Visual Arts Teacher

SCS Representative Sport Update

In Week 5 Bethany Teams played against Aquinas College, Menai 

Junior Oztag: won 14-2

Intermediate Oztag: won 9-2

Senior Oztag: defeated 8-2

A big thank you to Monique Johnson, Holly Boyd, Hannah Cabot, Zara Cabot and Sienna Ajjaka who filled in for the Senior team who were missing a large number of players.

Congratulations to the Players’ Player for this week: Sophia Flarakos, Lucy Teplicanec and Sienna Ajjaka. 

Junior Volleyball: defeated 2-0

Intermediate Volleyball: defeated 2-0

Senior Volleyball: won 2-0

Congratulations to the Players’ Player for this week: Charley Ho, Emma Sun and Emerson Carroll.

Nearing the end of the regular season, teams are progressing well! Full results and ladder can be found on the Sydney Catholic Schools Sport website.

In Week 6 all teams competed against OLMC with the following results:

Junior Oztag: defeated 4-1

Intermediate Oztag: won 14-4

Senior Oztag: won 8-0

Congratulations to the Players’ Player for this week: Jacqueline Lebbos, Sophia Brightwell and Isabella Quilkey

Junior Volleyball: won 2-0

Intermediate Volleyball: won 2-0

Senior Volleyball: won 2-0

Congratulations to the Players’ Player for this week: Ava Fournasier, Annabel De Costa Bakenova and Rylie Ho

Sydney Catholic Schools Sport Awards Ceremony

On Monday 6th November, Bethany College was the proud host of the Sydney Catholic Schools Conference 3 End of Year Sports Award Ceremony, where staff and students were recognised for their achievements in sport throughout the year.

Two students from Bethany College were acknowledged for their outstanding achievements in being selected in a NSW All Schools Team, which means they were selected based on their performance in the NSWCCC team and go on to compete against other students across Australia.

Tameeka Johnson - NSW All Schools Swimming Team

Jessica Brightwell - NSW All Schools Rugby 7's Team

Mr Andrew Devlin was awarded the SCS ‘Service to Sport’ Award which recognises those members of the community who have contributed significantly to the Sporting life of Sydney Catholic Schools.

Congratulations!

Rachel Bevan

Sport Coordinator

Library News

At assembly this week, students were told the exciting news that many new books had arrived in our library. Many of which are big, bold and beautiful non-fiction books. The books have been flying off the shelf and it has been wonderful to see! They were also told that our efforts to organise the fiction collection into genres are nearly finished! Some of the books are shown below.

Summer Reading Challenge

Students are invited to participate in our ‘Summer Reading Challenge’ from Weeks 7-9. Anyone who borrows for the holidays goes into our raffle to win a $20 QBD book voucher. The winner will be announced on Monday of Week 10 - just in time for the holidays! Good luck to everyone!

Wellbeing in our Library

Ranganathan’s fifth law of Library Science: ‘The library is a growing organism’ reminds us that libraries must continue to adapt to meet the needs of a community. There are many reasons why the library can be seen as a place to look after and care for our wellbeing, whilst also connecting with others. We recently added a ‘Wellbeing Corner’ housing many activities to encourage students to take some time to relax and find enjoyment in participating in activities together. It has been wonderful seeing so many students connect through participating in fun activities such as completing jigsaw puzzles, building Lego, playing card games and more!

Christmas is coming!

Our Junior Book Club have been busy brainstorming ways to get into the Christmas spirit at the library. Stay tuned for some Christmas fun!

Until next time, happy reading!

Alison Sladen

Librarian

From the College Counsellor

Phones and social media platforms can be very useful tools for staying connected and informed. However, excessive phone use and prolonged time spent on social media platforms can have negative effects on our well-being and relationships. Finding a healthy balance is important for everyone, of all ages. In this article, we'll explore some tips and tricks to help families reduce phone use and social media time, while staying connected and productive.

For Individuals:

1. Set Clear Goals: Determine the time you want to spend on social media each day. Set achievable goals to gradually reduce your screen time.
2. Remember Enjoyable Activities: Write a list of things you enjoy doing that do not require a screen – this will make it easier to remember alternative activities when you would usually reach for your phone. Try and engage in at least one of these activities each day.
3. Track Usage: Track your screen use, there are several apps and tools are designed to help you manage screen time, use them to understand your usage and keep to your goals by setting daily limits.
4. Create Tech-Free Zones: Designate specific areas, such as the dining room or the bedroom, as tech-free zones. This encourages more opportunities for interaction with family and friends.
5. Mindful Notifications: Disable non-essential notifications to avoid distractions. Choose specific times to check your messages and updates.
6. Limit Multitasking: Focus on one task at a time, whether it's studying, playing, or spending time with loved ones. Multitasking can reduce both productivity and enjoyment of activities.

For Families:

1. Model Balance: Parents can set a good example by managing their own screen time and modelling the importance of balance.
2. Communicate Openly: Talk as a family about the potential negative effects of excessive phone and social media use. Encourage everyone to share their feelings and experiences.
3. Establish Family Time: Dedicate specific times for family activities without any screens. It could be game nights, outdoor activities, or simply having dinner together. Explore and develop hobbies and interests outside of social media together.
4. Educate on Content: Discuss the importance of consuming healthy and age-appropriate content. Share your perspective online safety and the importance of critical thinking, creating a plan for what to do if inappropriate content pops up.
5. Collaborative Solutions: Work together to create guidelines and boundaries for phone use that both parents and teenagers agree on. This promotes cooperation and understanding.
6. Unplug Before Bed: The blue light from screens can disrupt sleep patterns. Agree on a time together, at least an hour before bedtime, to set aside devices and wind down for bed.
7. Stay Active: Participate in physical activities as a family, whether it's going for a walk or playing a sport. Physical activity can boost your mood and helps reduce screen time.
8. Review Progress: Regularly review your screen time goals together and adjust as needed. Celebrate your successes and support each other in your efforts.

By implementing these tips and working together, we can find a healthy balance between the digital world and the real world. Remember that it's not about completely disconnecting but rather about using technology mindfully and purposefully to enhance your lives, relationships, and well-being.

Have a wonderful, connected week!

Dimity Blank

College Counsellor

Careers News

UAC - What to do if you received an SRS offer

Universities made more than 14,200 unconditional and conditional Schools Recommendation Scheme (SRS) offers to Year 12 students in November Round 1 (10 November).

If you applied through SRS and didn't receive an offer, don't worry: your course preferences will be considered again in future offer rounds.

The main offer rounds for Year 12 students are December Round 2 (21 December) and January Round 1 (11 January), after ATARs are released.

https://uac.edu.au/media-centre/news/srs-offers-next-steps

UAC - EAS December Round 2 Deadline

23 November

Apply and provide documents for EAS by midnight to have your application considered in December Round 2.

UAC – Welcome Class of 2024 - An Introduction to UAC and Applying for University

The Community Engagement Team welcomes the new Year 12 Class of 2024!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=102wYbAjyq4

Videos on Nearly Every Topic for Uni - UAC

UAC hosts a series of short videos about applying to uni through UAC: from the application basics to the ins and outs of early offers, changing course preferences and what students can do if they've been disadvantaged during their final years of school.

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1s0OQdLq16Ee3mwajbhfhA/videos

Western Sydney True Reward- Apply For next Offer Round

Apply By 6 December

The program provides students an early offer based on their HSC results instead of a scaled ATAR. The next round closes on the 6th of December with unconditional offers released on the 14th December.

https://www.westernsydney.edu.au/future/study/application-pathways/hsc-true-reward

Western Sydney Uni Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Pathway Program - Upcoming Assessment Dates

Upcoming Assessment Days

20&21 November - Online

The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Pathway Entry Program is an alternative University Entry Program for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

Applicants can gain entry to any undergraduate degree* at Western Sydney University by completing our entry assessment and be supported throughout your education journey. 

Whether you are a current high school student looking for an early offer, completing a non-ATAR pathway or are unsure if your ATAR will be enough for your dream degree, OR if you are working, studying at TAFE or wishing to start your higher education journey, the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Pathway Entry Program is your pathway into Western Sydney University!

https://www.westernsydney.edu.au/future/study/application-pathways/aboriginal-and-torres-strait-islander-pathway-program

Sydney College of the Arts New Contemporaries Graduates Exhibition

1-9 December

At the end of each academic year, USyd celebrate the graduating cohort and the culmination of their collective research and practice-based outcomes. You are invited invite to visit the Old Teachers’ College to see this year’s New Contemporaries and enjoy the work of students and selected alumni.  

Works will be on display from studio areas including Screen Arts, Photography, Painting, Printmedia, Sculpture, Ceramics, Glass and Jewellery and Object.

https://www.sydney.edu.au/arts/schools/sydney-college-of-the-arts/galleries-and-exhibitions.html

University of Sydney Gadigal Program - Closing Soon

Apply by 28 November

The Gadigal Program is Usyd’s Indigenous student pathway that supports Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students to study at the University of Sydney.

Through the Gadigal Program you will have:

• the opportunity to apply for a Gadigal early conditional offer
• lower minimum ATAR requirements
• access to an academic skills program before commencing University
• ongoing academic and personal support throughout your degree.
• up to $5,000 global mobility awardfor eligible exchange programs.

https://www.sydney.edu.au/study/applying/admission-pathways/aboriginal-and-torres-strait-islander-pathways.html

Scholarship opportunities at ACU webinar

22 November

ACU has more than 700 scholarships to help you get where you want to go. And these awards aren't just for the academically gifted, ACU offers a wide range of scholarships for students with different backgrounds and abilities. Join this webinar to discover what scholarships you may be eligible for, hear from current scholarship recipients and learn about the application process.

https://www.acu.edu.au/about-acu/events/2023/november/scholarship-opportunities-at-acu-webinar

Catch-Up on ACU's Talk With Series

Recordings of Webinars available On-Demand

Hear from alumni about their professional experiences after completing their studies at ACU. Listen back to Q&A sessions with our graduates to find out what your future could hold with one of our degrees.

https://www.acu.edu.au/study-at-acu/future-student-events/talk-with

ACU Graduate Exhibition

15-25 November

Visual arts and design students from ACU Strathfield celebrate the culmination of their creative education in the annual graduation exhibition, Untitled.

https://www.acu.edu.au/about-acu/events/2023/november/untitled

ACU Pathways Finder Tool

There are alternative pathways into a course if a student doesn’t receive the ATAR they were hoping for, including ACU’s Foundation Studies program, certificates and diplomas. Use the pathways finder tool to narrow down admission pathways for a study area or course of interest and explore your options.

https://www.acu.edu.au/study-at-acu/acu-pathways/pathwayfinder

Discover Teaching at ACU's Strathfield Campus

22 November

Explore the different types of learning styles and consider how to use different techniques in your lesson planning. Visit the visual arts and design studios, metal and timber workshops, and textiles and food technology laboratories to learn how you can study those subjects to become an expert in your chosen field.

https://www.acu.edu.au/about-acu/events/2023/november/discover-teaching-at-strathfield-campus

Discover Physiotherapy at ACU's North Sydney Campus

28 November

Want to know how physiotherapists help people improve their health and live well? In this hands-on activity, you'll learn the techniques they use to quantitively measure strength and determine injury in patients. Visit the interactive, fully functional physiotherapist simulation wards. Discover how students engage in highly realistic interactions with high tech manikins to develop and practise interpersonal and decision-making skills which make ACU physiotherapist students in high demand when they graduate.

https://www.acu.edu.au/about-acu/events/2023/november/discover-physiotherapy-at-north-sydney-campus

Discover Nursing and Midwifery at ACU's Blacktown Campus

23 November

Join the free Discover Nursing and Midwifery activities. These sessions will give you an insight into life as an ACU student. Learn how nurses and midwives work at the forefront of patient care and experience how nurses save lives by taking part in a real-world emergency scenario. Visit our interactive, fully functional nursing and midwifery simulation wards. Discover how students engage in highly realistic interactions with high tech manikins and actors to develop and practise interpersonal and decision-making skills which make ACU students in high demand when they graduate.

https://www.acu.edu.au/about-acu/events/2023/november/discover-nursing-and-midwifery-at-blacktown-campus

UNSW Young Women in Engineering Pathway Program

Registration Now Open!

The UNSW Young Women in Engineering Pathway Program is an alternate pathway program for high school students* in Year 11 and 12 who will be applying for an eligible engineering degree at UNSW Sydney and expecting an ATAR within the Faculty of Engineering Admissions Scheme (FEAS) eligibility** range. The one-month program runs from February to March and has capacity for 120 motivated students to participate each year. 

If you're a student who wants to make a difference in the world, has an interest in helping others and would love to learn how engineering can make an impact, then this program is for you!

Gain valuable skills by participating in an engineering challenge set by one of the eight engineering schools in the UNSW Faculty of Engineering. Guided by a lead academic and UNSW Women in Engineering student ambassadors, you will work with like-minded students in small teams to tackle an engineering challenge associated with their ongoing research. 

https://www.unsw.edu.au/engineering/study-with-us/young-wie-club/young-wie-pathway-program

ANU Campus Tours

Tours available every Saturday until 9 December

Hese tours will be running Campus Tours through the school holidays and on weekends for the rest of the year. For the specific times of these tours, please go to the booking page.

https://study.anu.edu.au/future-student-campus-tour

Study Medicine – Medicine Offer Quiz

What are your chances of being accepted into direct entry medicine in Australia? Is your course preference plan setting you up for success? Take the quiz to find out!

https://www.studymedicine.com.au/chance-of-acceptance-into-medicine

Apprentice & Trainee intake with 1300APPRENTICE

We are seeking motivated individuals for a wide variety of apprenticeships in various locations across Sydney, the Illawarra & Southern Highlands. These opportunities are commencing in late 2023 or early 2024.

We offer apprenticeship opportunities in:

Horticulture: Landscaping, Parks & Gardens, Retail Nursery, Sports Turf Management, Arboriculture

Electrical: Electrical, Instrumentation & Control, Air-conditioning & Refrigeration, Telecommunications, Electronics, Security Equipment

Engineering: Fabrication, Boiler making, Fitter/Machinist, Sheet Metals, Mechanical

Automotive: Light Vehicle, Heavy Vehicle, Spare Parts, Spray Painting, Panel Beating, Motorcycle

Construction: Carpentry, Shopfitting, Cabinetmaking, Signs & Graphics**,** Printing, Painting

To be considered:

• A genuine interest in the chosen apprenticeship
• Commitment to completing a Certificate III or IV
• Must NOThave completed the same qualification or qualification higher with the same occupational outcome
• Good communication skills
• Have researched the industry you want to work in
• Be an Australian citizen or permanent resident

https://1300apprentice.com.au/job/apprentice-intake-2024-sydney-nsw/

Women in Construction

Think the Building and Construction Industry is not for women? Think again.

Want information about how you can start a career in the industry?

Master Builders NSW is committed to an industry that is diverse, equitable and inclusive.

In 2022, MBNSW have record numbers of female apprentices in their programs. Of all MBA NSW carpentry apprentices 8% are female. This is more than double the industry NSW average of 2%.

We are excited to deliver Pre-Apprenticeship Programs to recruit, train and support more women in building and construction than ever before. Our programs are suitable for those finishing high school, changing careers, or looking to re-enter the workforce.

Gain an understanding of the building and construction industry and a carpentry trade prior to commencing an apprenticeship.

https://www.mbaapprenticeship.com.au/women-in-construction/

TAFE NSW –Apprenticeships & Traineeships

Here is a great quick summary all about apprenticeships, traineeships, school based apprenticeships and pre-apprenticeship courses. It covers how long they take and who can apply for these opportunities. From Barangaroo to the Light Rail project, from WestConnex to new residential builds, New South Wales is a state in construction. We need apprentices. We need to build a strong pipeline of skilled tradespeople. The NSW Government recognises this and has now made it even easier for you to become (or employ) an apprentice. They’re investing over $285 million to fund the qualification fees for 100,000 new apprentices. So what are you waiting for? Become an apprentice today.

https://www.tafensw.edu.au/study/types-courses/apprenticeships-traineeships

Free UCAT Handbook

This comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know about entry into medicine and dentistry, including: How to get into medicine and dentistry How to prepare for and succeed in the UCAT How to prepare for medical interviews Detailed admissions information for all courses

https://www.medentry.edu.au/resources/free-resources#ucat-handbook

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