We extend a very warm welcome to new and returning students for the 2023 school year.

We are thrilled to announce that the PATHWAYS TEAM IS EXPANDING we welcome Mrs Kim Toll, Mrs Monique McLucas and Ms Jacinta Cook to the team!

• Liza O'Donnell continues as Pathways Coordinator. Liza can advise students in regards to University, TAFE, Apprenticeships / Traineeships and Career opportunities.
• Kim Toll will organise Events and Social Media related to University Studies, TAFE, Apprenticeships / Traineeships and Careers.
• Monique McLucas can assist students in organising Work Experience to explore their desired career path along with general pathways enquiries.
• Jacinta Cook has joined the team as Study Supervisor and will be motivating students to achieve their study goals.

Our door is always open. We are located in Goondeel and look forward to guiding students in their exciting career/future University pathways.

L-R: Mrs Liza O'Donnell,  Mrs Kim Toll, Mrs Monique McLucas, Ms Jacinta Cook

SUN Start Uni now.

Start Uni Now (SUN) is a CQUniversity initiative that gives you the opportunity to study university-level units while in Years 10*, 11 and 12 at high school. More information please click HERE. Applications close Friday 10 February so make a time to see Mrs O’Donnell for further information promptly.

USQ Headstart

In 2023, UniSQ is introducing an innovative and new Academic Calendar that allows students to better manage their study load and structure their own degree progression to balance work, extra-curricular, and university commitments.

What does this mean for Head Start students?

The key change for students to note are the key dates for the new Trimester periods which will impact on the school approval process and hence why I am sending this to you now.

Queensland’s Biggest Careers & Jobs Expo

Register Your Students Today, It’s Free

Friday 26 & Saturday 27 May, 2023

Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre

It’s huge, spanning 2 halls – students can talk with over 150 Educators & Employers

We have increased the floor space and walkways for 2023 – making it easier for visitors to move through the event and engage with businesses on display. To register, please go to: http://www.careersemploymentexpo.com.au/PreRegistration.html

Positions Vacant

Wide Bay Kids - There is a school based traineeship opportunity working at Wide Bay Kids https://widebaykids.com.au/

Traineeships are a blend of working hands-on and completing a nationally recognised qualification.  In this case the qualification is a Certificate III in Business Administration.  This position is within the community services sector and will involve office work, marketing, and some website work. If you are in Year's 11 or 12 and this opportunity interests you please see me for application instructions and assistance ASAP.

Lifestyle Mortgage Broking & Financial Planning

Lifestyle Mortgage Broking & Financial Planning business is looking at the possibly of hiring a junior who studied accounting/business studies/financial planning and are contacting each of the schools in the area. If you happen to have any students (current students or recent school leavers) who you believe may be interested, can you please pass on our details? I have provided a link to the employment position below:

https://www.seek.com.au/job/59711476

Certificate III in Business - School Based Traineeship – Zaraffa's Sugarland

If anyone is interested in completing a School Based Traineeship Cert III Business please come to the Pathways Office to apply.

2023 Girl Power WebEx Session

Girls in year 10, 11 & 12 come and Find out about a career in the energy industry!

The Girl Power Program Is designed for girls currently completing Grade 10 to 12 and would include:

• Attendance at a WebEx Information session
• Information on the trades/apprenticeships that Ergon Energy Network/Energex offer
• Opportunity to hear from our Female Apprentices and Tradespeople
• Overview of our recruitment process
• Opportunity to complete relevant testing and Work Experience in Term 2 if interested in progressing with the 2024 Apprentice Recruitment (This would be open to Year 12 girls)

Please contact Mrs Toll via email kim_toll@shalomcollege.com or pop in and see her at Pathways on a Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday to register.

Information on the program can be found below:

1. Natasha, a high school careers advisor speaks of the benefits of 'Girl Power' https://youtu.be/wog2Tgom7Fs
2. Girl Power graduate Bridie speaks of the opportunities ‘Girl Power’ opened up for her. https://youtu.be/_aXHGegAQXk

The Pathways Team
Mrs Liza O’Donnell, Mrs Kim Toll, Mrs Monique McLucas & Ms Jacinta Cook
Liza_ODonnell@shalomcollege.com
kim_toll@shalomcollege.com
monique_mclucas@shalomcollege.com
jacinta_cook@shalomcollege.com