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Meet the team: Illawarra Central

In our Term 3 edition of ‘Meet the Team’ we turn the spotlight on the Illawarra Central group of schools. Head Teacher Careers Lauren McCarthy, SBAT Engagement Officer Megan Spence, and School Administrative Officer Karen Davies share insights into what makes their schools unique, their proudest achievements as part of the EPP team, and how they like to relax in their downtime.

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NAIDOC recognises EPP Aboriginal student artists

The finalists for the Educational Pathways Program Aboriginal artwork competition, held in Term 4 2023 and open to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students in EPP schools, were celebrated at the department’s NAIDOC Week event earlier this term. Proud Gumbaynggirr woman Dakotah Ballangarry was announced as the winner for her artwork, ‘My Steps through Education’, a painting about her education journey.

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Regional conferences spotlight students, innovation and collaboration

Bringing together educators, students, and industry representatives, 2 regional conferences were held this term in Parramatta and Newcaste. Both events highlighted the importance of hearing from student and parent voices, and explored new strategies for enhancing vocational education and training (VET) across Educational Pathways Program (EPP) schools.

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EPP celebrates the 2024 NSW Training Awards

Two students from Educational Pathways Program (EPP) schools have won their categories at the 2024 NSW Training Awards. The EPP were represented by 3 student finalists, highlighting the strength of the program in providing opportunities for students to explore career pathways through vocational education and training.

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Educational Pathways Program expands its reach

The Educational Pathways Program (EPP) is excited to welcome a new cohort of schools, marking a significant expansion in our efforts to guide students toward successful futures. Over the past few weeks, the EPP team has visited these new schools, engaging with principals and careers advisers who share our enthusiasm for the program.

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Meet the Team: Cowpasture

In the Term 2 instalment of ‘Meet the Team’, we head to the Cowpasture region and meet SBAT Engagement Officer Gianni Alfonsi, Head Teacher Careers Nicholas Chambour, and School Administrative Officer Renee Hill, to discover more about how their strong collaboration as a team and with their schools has led to positive outcomes for the students.

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Collaboration drives success at Grafton High School

Since joining the Educational Pathways Program (EPP) as a pilot school in 2020, Grafton High School continues to be innovative in its approach to implementing the program’s initiatives, with collaborative efforts and strong leadership recurring themes. We talk with EPP Principal Champion Scott Dinham, his careers team, as well as the EPP team supporting the school to find out what makes the EPP a success at Grafton High School.

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National Careers Week spotlights careers education

National Careers Week 2024, from May 12 to 18, was a busy period for EPP, highlighting the essential work Head Teachers Careers, and Careers and Transition Advisers, do in guiding students toward their futures.

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Initiative Spotlight: Enhancing SBAT Engagement

The Enhancing School-Based Apprenticeships and Traineeships (SBAT) Engagement Initiative supports student success across EPP schools. Through the dedicated efforts of SBAT Engagement Officers, the initiative builds on existing school programs, offering students valuable pathways through apprenticeships and traineeships while achieving their High School Certificate (HSC).

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New careers (advice) opportunity awaits!

New roles in regional areas available as a result of the expansion of the Educational Pathways Program

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A career with Fire and Rescue fires up Makayla

Makayla Allen, who completed her HSC in 2023 at Granville South Creative and Performing Arts High School, is on her way to securing a career with Fire and Rescue thanks to the support offered through the EPP and her school.

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Meet the Team: Upper Hunter

Head Teacher Careers Anne Grieve, SBAT Engagement Officer Tracy Forbes, and School Administrative Officer Richelle Stirrat give us an insight into their roles and how they are delivering outcomes for students across their group of 7 schools.

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