Term 3 has been an exciting and busy one for our Edmund Rice Pathways Program (ERPP) and VCE Vocational Major (VCE VM) students.
Our ERPP students attended a STEM excursion at Banyule Nillumbik Tech School. They were also lucky enough to explore different industries using VR headsets. Many also took part in external sporting opportunities, including Mixed Netball (partnering with Santa Maria) and Rugby. Throughout the term, students have been developing their scaffolding skills and will soon begin their third work placements. Over the coming weeks, ERPP students will also complete their Real Industry Job Interview applications, with an excursion to Bellfield on 23 October take part in mock interviews.
Our VCE VM students have been equally active. They have completed Personal Development Skills (PDS) community-based tasks, undertaken applied learning opportunities such as First Aid training and scaffolding, and attended the Careers Expo at the Exhibition Centre. A gambling awareness session is also scheduled in the coming weeks, offering valuable insights into the importance of education in this area. Year 11 students have been working on demonstrating and teaching specific skills through instructional videos, showcasing their ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
Earlier this term, we welcomed guest speaker Steve Roberts, who inspired students by sharing his own experiences and speaking about pathways beyond Year 12, highlighting the importance of initiative and putting yourself forward for opportunities.
Our Sport Academy students visited Northside Nutrition to learn about fuelling the body, linking directly to their PDS curriculum. They are now preparing to design and implement community activities top bring their community together. Meanwhile, our Business Academy students continue to strengthen their partnership with Sacred Heart Primary School, assisting younger students with soccer training.
Looking ahead, the next Work Learning period runs from Monday 8 September to Friday 19 September for Year 10 and 11 students. Year 12 students will continue their regular classes alongside completing their Work-Related Skills Portfolio interviews with a member of the Leadership Team for the remainder of Term 3. Interview times will be provided, and students should ensure they have prepared thoroughly with their WRS teacher.
Finally, if your child is considering moving into the Edmund Rice Pathways Program (Year 10) or VCE VM (Years 11 and 12) but did not select this during subject selection for 2026, please don’t hesitate to contact me. I am more than happy to discuss pathways and future educational opportunities at Parade College.
We would like to remind our Year 12 VCE Vocational Major students and their families that will continue throughout Term 3. Please note that there will be no structured workplace learning at the end of Term 3 for Year 12 students. This decision has been made to ensure students can maximise their remaining Unit 4 learning opportunities and complete the necessary assessments and tasks to meet the VCE VM requirements.
However, Year 10 ERPP and Year 11 VCE VM students will have structured workplace learning from 8 September to 19 September.
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