Exploring Futures: Year 9 Students Dive into Career Pathways

This year, our Year 9 students have been actively exploring the wide range of career and educational opportunities available to them, laying strong foundations for their Transition program and life beyond Year 10. Through a variety of hands-on experiences and engaging events, students have gained valuable insights into different industries and pathways.

One highlight was the Speed Careering event, where students connected with guest speakers from local colleges, employment agencies, TasTAFE, and AFL Tasmania. These sessions offered a fast-paced and informative look into potential future careers and study options.

Students also took part in the Smith Family Work Inspirations Program, which included site visits to Bunnings, ACL Bearings, Hotel Grand Chancellor, and UTAS Stadium. These excursions gave students a behind-the-scenes look at real workplaces and helped them understand the skills and attitudes valued by employers.

In another exciting opportunity, the Australian Maritime College brought in ship simulators, allowing students to experience maritime navigation firsthand while learning about careers in the maritime industry. They also heard from Dan Hart and representatives from Arbre about apprenticeships and training programs available in Tasmania.

Additionally, some Year 9 students participated in the Beacon Foundation Growth Industry Partnership, which included a visit to Bell Bay Aluminium, offering a glimpse into large-scale industrial operations and future job prospects.

We feel incredibly fortunate to be able to offer these opportunities to our students. The experiences have sparked curiosity, built confidence, and helped our Year 9 cohort begin to shape their future pathways. It’s been a fantastic year of growth and discovery!