eNews Archive Issue 25 - 17 August 2017

Some of you will be familiar with the McKinsey Global Institute Report which estimates that over the coming decades 47% of total US employment is at high risk of computerisation. Closer to home, the Foundation for Young Australians reports (2015*) the following projections about the future of work in Australia:

• 40% of current jobs are at high risk of automation in the next 10 – 15 years
• 70% of young people will enter the job market in jobs that will be lost or automated
• 90% of future jobs will require digital literacy
• 50% will require advanced digital skills
• 75% of jobs will involve science, technology, engineering and maths
• An analysis of job advertisements between 2012 and 2015 showed that those jobs which involved problem solving, digital literacy and presentation skills are paying significant income premiums and employment in jobs involving digital literacy, critical thinking and creativity are growing rapidly
• With increasing flexible work and ‘portfolios’ of work activity, it has been suggested that a young person could make 17 changes in employers across 5 different careers in a lifetime and that individuals may also need to piece their income together from a range of sources at the same time.

It is a common view in education that ‘for us not just to survive but thrive, both individually and collectively in the world of the future, our young people need to be not only strong in literacy and numeracy and increasingly in science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) but, importantly, also to develop a ‘newer’ set of capabilities.’ (McIntosh, 2017, p.3)

Many writers, employing groups and social commentators propose what this new set of capabilities include. Suggestions are:

• Empathy
• Enterprise skills
• Positive Attitude
• Contribution
• Communication
• Team Work
• Collaboration
• Self-management
• Willingness to learn
• Creativity
• Resilience
• Problem-Solving
• Critical Thinking
• Character
• Global Understanding

‘The key capabilities that our young people will need are the ones that most uniquely make us human; that are hardest to replicate by automation or mechanisation; and which will enable our young people to grapple successfully with the big issues that will confront the society in which they live.’ (McIntosh, 2017, p.5)

Although the teaching and learning program of a school will have an impact on developing these competencies and capabilities, our extensive co-curricular program also has a huge role to play in this area. It is for this reason that in 2018, St Margaret’s will begin its development of St Margaret’s Plus, a student portfolio for all students ensuring that their co-curricular activities have the breadth and diversity of experience and opportunity to aid the development of these ‘newer’ capabilities. More information about St Margaret’s Plus will come out early next year as we begin to develop this program.

*  www.fya.org.au

Reference:

McIntosh, R (2017) Future Directions in New Zealand Schooling: The case for transformation Centre of Strategic Education, July. Seminar Series 266

Ros Curtis 

Sleep is so important; every living creature in the world needs sleep and our children are no different. It is the primary activity of the brain during early development, so all our students (both in Primary and in Secondary) need adequate sleep each night to allow neural pathways in our brain to develop and to allow optimal learning to take place.

Sleep is also necessary to achieve optimal mental health. In the Mindmatters literature there is a quote from Dr Alexandra Parker of the National Centre of Excellence in Youth Mental Health that emphasises the importance of simple lifestyle interventions. She says it is important to “Support young people in having some structure and routine, and remember the importance of sleep, diet and exercise. These have been shown to be modifiable risks factors for developing depression or developing anxiety disorders. They are influences which young people can change and have some control over.”

Here are some tips for our students to promote a good night’s sleep:

• Try to get up at about the same time each morning.
• Do physical activity during the day, preferably outside.
• If you're worrying about things during the night, set aside some time for problem-solving during the day.
• Avoid drinks that contain caffeine (e.g. tea, coffee or soft drinks) after 4pm as it’s a brain stimulant.
• Allow yourself time to wind down before going to bed. If you're working or studying, stop at least 30 minutes before bedtime. Try to relax before bed, avoiding phones, tablets and TV.

(Source: www.mindmatters.edu.au)

Karen Gorrie 

These, as always, are designed for all faiths and no faith. Prayer Spaces are open to all ages and many students from across the school will come during class time. The Chapel will be open for visitors during breaks as well.

Some of the Term 3 stations will include the themes ‘Being Still’, ‘Broken relationships’, ‘Leaving an impression’, ‘Worries/Fear’ and ‘Gratitude’. On Monday 28 August, the Year 12 girls will spend time as a cohort in the Chapel with an RVE Masterclass on stillness and silence, and personal reflection interspersed with a meditative practice to open hearts and minds.

I am playing with the idea of naming our St Margaret’s Prayer Spaces dadirri – for some indigenous Australians this term refers to “a quiet stilled awareness and recognition of the deep spring inside us all that makes for integration and wholeness” (G, Guiton, “What Love can Do”, 2016:Northcote). This awareness and listening is a form of ‘waiting’. This is dadirri. I believe that many students and staff have already found a deep place of peace and wholeness through their prayer spaces experiences. Each term’s prayer space seeks to share and simply provide invitation to all to come … sit … listen … feel “prayer”.

Reflection

In a few short weeks I will be blessed to wander the lands of Saints Patrick, Cuthbert, Aidan, Brigid, Francis and Clare (not to mention a few hundred more!) My prayer is that in my wandering, there may also be a deep sense of ‘wonder’ - many moments of awe and delight that enrich the soul! I frequently pray the following Celtic prayer and perhaps you, too, may find it ‘soul-food’;

Still me, Lord, as you stilled the storm

Calm me, Lord, keep me from harm.

Let all the tumult within me cease

Enfold me, Lord, in your peace.

With every blessing on you and your week ahead,

The Reverend Nicki Colledge 

We also hope that they develop the skill to be able to do this for themselves in the future. The following is information from the article which points out just how much we are all reliant on our phones.

Since Apple launched the iPhone in 2007, smartphones have saturated society. We use them to email, take photos, check social media, listen to music, surf the internet, find directions, watch moves and much more. Kevin Holesh built “Moment” to let people track their use, set daily limits and deter them from using their phone. With a tagline of, “Put your phone down and get back your life”, it has been downloaded 2.5 million times over the last two years. Among 18-34 year-olds, 96% use an iPhone, 46% are addicted to their phone and 79% check their devices as soon as they get up. One statistic estimates that the average person looks at their phone 221 times per day – an average of once every 4.3 minutes.

We see this in the Boarding House as the first thing the girls want in the morning before anything else is to get their phone. The pressure to be constantly available and responsive on social media can cause depression, anxiety and decrease sleep quality for teenagers, according to University of Glasgow researchers. As a Boarding community, we have a responsibility to try to educate our girls about these issues, to make them aware and with the support of parents, have the girls understand why we collect their phones and that having a fake phone is not helping them at all.

The articles also stressed the quality of social interaction is also suffering; research has found that the mere presence of a mobile phone in a room inhibits the development of interpersonal closeness and trust. Our phones remind us there’s a world beyond our immediate social sphere; that something somewhere, is happening without us. Checking your phone during a social encounter is the equivalent to talking to someone while looking over their shoulder to see who else is in the room. We check our phone automatically, without thinking. It pulls us out of the public sphere. It is an easy out if… you don’t want to engage. Even though we are physically present, our attachment to our phones means we are often mentally absent. It’s undermining our capacity to have meaningful conversations.

As a Boarding Community, we strive to help educate the girls on the use of their phones. Handing their phones in at night is one way, but, we also see the difficulty and emotion that this sometimes causes the girls. Only by working in partnership with parents will we be able to teach the girls how to manage their use, and then in turn, their time.

Lesa Fowler 

During Term 2 we spent some time introducing the girls to the CCEs (Common Curriculum Elements) which are the focus of the QCS (Queensland Core Skills) Tests in Term 3 of Year 12. While these skills are embedded in all their academic subjects we wanted to ensure that the girls were familiar with the language and the thinking articulated by the QCAA as being common to most disciplines offered in secondary school in Queensland.

This term we have devoted a significant amount of time unpacking the CCEs and focusing on several cognitions which feature prominently in QCS papers, namely identifying, analysing, justifying and explaining to others. This is the first stage of the School’s targeted QCS preparation program which runs from Term 3 Year 11 until Term 3 Year 12.

Next term, Year 11 students will be immersed in the mechanics of each of the papers and the strategies which can be employed to maximise success in them. They will begin the term focusing on the Writing Task and will then complete a trial test which will provide some base line data used to shape our Year 12 program in 2018. The girls will then have several sessions where they look at the Short Response Paper, followed by another mock exam. The final part of the Year 11 program involves a review of Multiple Choice method with a particular focus on the QCS papers and the completion of a practice paper. An individual student’s final QCS grade is determined by her performance on four papers: the Writing Task, the Short Response Test and two Multiple Choice papers.

The three practice papers completed by Year 11 students next term will allow us to identify the areas which we need to target in our Term 1 program next year. During Terms 1 and 2 in 2018, students will complete another two sets of practice papers. The preparation program is reviewed and refined based on the data provided by the trial tests.

This is an exciting time for the Year 11 girls as they anticipate their final year at school. It can also be a daunting time. It is important for the girls to remember that the rules for success are very simple – do the best you can do in each moment!

Samantha Bolton 

A positive attitude is exceptionally important for individuals of all ages, and it can be taught as well as reinforced by teachers, parents, and other authority figures in the student’s life. As your daughter develops her own identity it is our responsibility to help guide her decision-making processes.

Teaching young people to monitor their behaviour and to take responsibility enables them to think on their own and create effective decisions, rather than someone else doing their thinking for them. Respecting expectations and rules at home and at school means rejecting excuses and casting blame on others, students then start to take ownership for their actions.

Questions can be asked to lead young people to look within themselves and compare the way they are dealing with others, with the rules of wherever they are, and to decide whether the way they are handling themselves disrupts the rights of others within that setting. Working with young people. both at school and at home, to develop a responsible thinking process can help students to grow a sense of accountability for their own lives and to respect the lives of everyone around them.

Rather than over-reacting to the situation, simply apply the process of responsible thinking to help your daughter to think about the rules of your household or school. Such questions like; What were you doing? Who has been affected? How will others around you feel? What are the rules? What happens when you break the rules? Is this what you want to happen? Offer her a way to reflect on the situation. Students need to be able to walk in the other person’s shoes. Emotional intelligence is the key to both personal and professional success!

The questioning process also allows the adult to check their understanding of the situation and maintain mutual respect by encouraging your daughter to reflect on the consequences of disregarding the rules. Remember there is always two sides to every story. When dealing with situations here at school staff have a shared concern approach where we listen to both sides and assist with mediation.

The final questions, which can be used interchangeably, allow your daughter to look within herself - Is this the person she wants to be? Has she got a positive attitude? Is this the path she wants to take? Most importantly, we must remember everyone makes mistakes and it is our duty as adults to assist our students to learn good decision making techniques in their adolescent years.

Nikki Townsend 

I always respond by telling parents we are a school that offers a holistic education, as we are committed to providing learning experiences that cater for the cognitive, physical, spiritual, social and emotional development of each child. 

Each week, many learning experiences are offered to the girls which address each one or more of these developmental areas. This has been particularly evident in the past fortnight with NAPLAN results, Athletics Carnival and the conclusion of the Netball season. As I relayed a fortnight ago, two teams 11 A, Div 2 and Under 11, Div 4 played in the semi-finals, with 11 A, Div 2 team going on to play in the final on Saturday. The girls went into the game undefeated for the season and started confidently. As the game commenced, it became obvious that the girls were playing a very strong team, who went on to win the final. I was so impressed by the standard of play of both teams, but I was, of course, so proud of our girls. Each girl played her personal best, had the right mindset to believe the team could win until the final siren rang out. Each of the girls left the court with skills they will take into adulthood; resilience, determination and that challenge helps you grow. Congratulations girls!

As a cluster, the Prep to Year 2 students learn together regularly. Whilst there are academic gains attached to these experiences, the girls also develop their social skills as they work and learn together with students other than those in their year level. At the end of last month, the Prep - Year 2 students acknowledged National Tree Day and the importance of trees in their lives by planting a new jacaranda tree near the Sister’s Chapel behind the Pre-Prep room. After much deliberation, they named the tree Saint Fleur to represent ‘Saint’ being near the Sister’s Chapel and ‘Fleur’ which they learnt is the word for ‘flower’ from their French lessons.

This week, Prep – Year 2 celebrate National Science Week when the Churchie boys visit St Margaret’s and participate in science activities. National Science Week was also celebrated on Sunday when some Year 6 girls participated in a workshop on flying and coding of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (drones). These students applied mathematical techniques to gather data such as flight and climb speeds, and measure the geometry of an obstacle course. Computer coding, using JavaScript, was used to construct a program to control a drone using windows-based laptops. Thank you to Kelly Lewis and Kate Porter who attended the workshop and assisted the girls.

For the Year 3 - 6 students, their social and emotional needs will be specifically addressed when we offer an age appropriate Personal Growth and Sex Education Program. The program will be conducted by Judith Krause as an adjunct to our Personal Development Program during the week, 28 August - 8 September. Judith will also offer two parent information sessions; Years 4 - 6 on Tuesday 29 August at 6:30pm, and Prep – Year 3 on Thursday 31 August at 6:30pm.

Next week will conclude with a highlight of the Primary School calendar, the Arts Spectacular. This event is the culmination of cultural learning experiences with the Years 5 and 6 girls sharing their dramatic, artistic and musical talents. The girls’ ‘Escape to the Sea’ performances align with the upcoming Book Week theme ‘Escape to Everywhere’. Don’t forget to come and share a story, ‘Neverland’ with your child in the Atrium next week as part of our Book Week celebrations.

Late Pick Ups
As a school, your child’s safety is paramount and therefore we have procedures in place to keep them safe. Students will be supervised at the gate in Butler Street on Monday - Thursday until 3:40pm and Friday until 3:30pm. Students who are not picked up by this time will be escorted by a teacher to the office to check for messages. If no contact has been made by the nominated ‘pickup’ adult, the student will be checked in to Outside School Hours Care (OSHC). Parents will be charged at the full afternoon school care rate.

School Crossing Update
We are pleased to advise Maggie Pitman has commenced this week as our new School Crossing Supervisor. Maggie will now be operating the Butler Street school crossing both mornings and afternoons.

Upcoming Events:

Angela Drysdale 

Thank you very much to all girls for their wonderful efforts in putting together a fantastic program of music. Special thanks also to our music conductors, members of the Community Choir and the Music Support Group for their outstanding contribution to the evening.

Chorale performance at St John’s Cathedral

Last Friday evening the Primary Chorale were involved in the National Body of Anglican Schools Conference Eucharist in St John’s Cathedral. The girls gave a beautiful performance during the service which was very much appreciated by all in attendance. Congratulations to all girls involved and to their conductor Ms Brennan.

Encorah performance at St Mark’s

Thank you to Encorah who were involved in the St Mark’s church service held last Sunday morning 13 August. The girls made a wonderful contribution to the service!

Thank you to Sculthorpe String Quartet and Rena Mori

Thank you to the Sculthorpe String Quartet who performed at the recent Open Morning on Tuesday 15 August. The girls assisted in creating a special atmosphere as guests arrived for the event. Thank you also to Rena Mori who gave a spectacular performance on solo violin. We very much appreciate the girls’ contribution to this event.

Music Tour 2018 - expressions of interest

We are now seeking expressions of interest in the 2018 Music Tour to Prague, Vienna and Salzburg. To secure a place on the tour, a deposit of $750 needs to be made via Flexischools. Deposits need to be made by Wednesday 13 September. Please note that the deposit is fully refundable if the tour does not go ahead. For further details please see below links to the draft itinerary along with other useful information.

Draft Itinerary Music Tour 2018 (PDF 1.1MB)

Initial Deposit Information Letter (PDF 293.6KB)

Boarder Musicians Concert

Next week, for the first time, we will be holding a Boarder Musicians’ Recital. All boarders who undertake private music lessons will be performing at the event. I am looking forward to this being a positive performance opportunity for these girls!

Music Support Group Meeting

The next Music Support Group meeting will be held on Tuesday 5 September at 4:30pm in the Primary Music Room (second floor of Chaseley). Please note the earlier start time to allow parents to attend the Trends in Education seminar at 5.30pm that evening. Parents from both the Primary and Secondary Schools are welcome to attend.

Brad King 

Further details of the program can be found here (PDF 596.7KB). Staffed by our in-house staff. Boys, girls, siblings, friends and family are welcome.

Bookings for the St Margaret’s OSHC September School Holiday Program opened Monday 7 August. If you require care for the upcoming school holiday period, please return your booking form before 8 September 2017.

How do I book?
Complete the official booking form attached to the program. For further details please email: oshc@stmargarets.qld.edu.au.

What is the cost?*
$60 per day. Incursions and excursions incur additional costs. These are compulsory for all students and therefore you are able to claim CCB/CCR for these.

What are the hours of operation?
The service is open from 7:00am until 6pm.

Location
St Margaret’s Anglican Girls School, OSHC Room (under the Primary School Reception).

How can I obtain more information?
If you would like further information regarding our OSHC Program or if you would like to make a booking, feel free to contact me on 0423 547 653 or email: oshc@stmargarets.qld.edu.au.

Palu Ingram 

Tickets are available for sale via Flexischools. Select  this link to purchase your ticket.

Only limited tickets are still available for this event

ST MARGARET’S P&F ASSOCIATION

ST MARGARET’S RACE DAY

The P&F Race Day to be held on 2 September 2017 is nearly sold out! If you want to get tickets don’t delay, purchase them via Flexischools. Tickets are $165 and include admission to Doomben Racecourse and The Grove Marquee, canapés, lunch and a 5 hour drinks package.

ST MARGARET’S RACE DAY RAFFLE – $8,000 prize pool

Don’t forget to buy your tickets online via Flexischools for your chance to win some fabulous prizes. The raffle will be drawn on the Race Day.

Prizes include:

• PandaPearls Jewellery $2,500
• 2 nights Mantra FQ Noosa and bottle of Champagne $1000
• 1 night Sofitel Noosa plus Champagne, wine and chocolate hamper $900
• Brisbane Race Club Member Tour and Fascinator by Meredith McMaster $600
• Fragrance and Beauty hamper by Chemist Warehouse $600
• Black Bird Bar and Grill Voucher plus Kiss Photography Portrait Sitting $600
• 1889 Enoteca Voucher plus Original Oil Painting by Brenda Stevens $500
• Flight Centre Travel Voucher $500
• 2 nights Beach Ranch Angourie Point $400
• Village Roadshow theme parks Family VIP Magic Pass $400

All proceeds go towards building a collaborative lecture space for our students.

Luanne Wishart 

Register and find out more at: www.griffith.edu.au/criminology-law/school-criminology-criminal-justice/news-events/careers-evening. The purpose of the evening is to inform prospective students of the career options and employment opportunities open to Criminology and Criminal Justice graduates.

ANU Open Day
ANU Open Day will be held on Saturday 26 August, 9am-4pm. We have fantastic presentations, tours and activities planned, where prospective students will be able to:

• Speak to our academics and staff about our programs, support services, accommodation, scholarships and research areas
• Attend presentations across all areas of ANU
• Tour our outstanding facilities and Accommodation Colleges
• Have a bite to eat at the new Pop-Up Village and take a virtual tour of the Union Court revitalisation project
• Talk with current students and discover why they chose ANU

US and UK Seminar and Application Workshop
The event is being held by Crimson Education on Wednesday 23 August from 4:30pm-6:30pm at the Toowong Rowing Club.

The aim of the seminar is to help students and parents answer five big questions:

1. What's the difference between US and UK universities?
2. How do I apply?
3. How do I gain admission?
4. How much does it cost?
5. How do I know which universities to apply to?

Tickets are usually $10 to cover event costs, but by using a promo code, 'MARGARETS', students and parents can secure free tickets. Please click on the following link to the Eventbrite page: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/us-uk-university-seminar-and-application-workshop-brisbane-august-2017-tickets-36571305760

Tertiary application dates: 

QTAC www.qtac.edu.au Key dates for 2018 applications: 

UAC www.uac.edu.au (NSW/ACT Application) 

VTAC www.vatc.edu.au (Victoria) 

Thinking of studying Medicine?
MedView (powered by Crimson Education) will be holding a free Brisbane-based, MedView Australia expo event on Saturday 19 August 2017. The event will be presented by current top medical students and a medical professional, with a focus on essential knowledge/tips on applying to Medical Schools across Australia.

The aim of the presentation is to broaden student's understanding of the medical school admission process across Australian universities, giving an insight into the challenges of applying and empowering students with free resources and links should they want to research the topics further.

The presentation is also based around answering key questions including:

• Why choosing a career in Medicine might be right for you
• Advice and information on applying to direct-entry Australian Medical Schools
• Requirements for admission into Medicine (ATAR, UMAT, Interview etc.)
• Information on interview systems across different Australian Medical Schools
• Insights into the academic life of a Medical student

The presentation will be held at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre, M4 Room. We currently have several attendees officially registered - with a maximum capacity of 400. Attendees will need to individually register for the event following the EventBrite link: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/your-path-to-medical-school-brisbane-august-2017-tickets-36174542029?aff=es2

Date: Saturday 19 August 2017
Time: 3:00pm - 5:30pm
Venue: Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre, M4 Room

QUT Update
Art, design, fashion, technology, robotics and interactive design events
Students and their parents can attend panel discussions about careers in art, design and fashion at Open Day this year. Students are invited to attend a free QUT Tech Showcase on 18 August to celebrate National Science Week. You can also experience Robotronica at QUT on 20 August, with all-ages demonstrations, workshops, games and discussions about innovations in the fields of robotics and interactive design.

Making decisions - START QUT program
Students can test drive uni and experience different study areas through the START QUT program. Applications for 2018 opened 1 August and close 31 October.

Entry program, scholarships and support for elite athletes
QUT is recognised by the Australian Institute of Sport and The Australian Sports Commission as an elite athlete friendly university. Find out about our entry program, scholarships and support for elite athletes: https://www.qut.edu.au/study/undergraduate-study/do-you-advise-school-students/news-and-events/news?news-id=118416

University of Queensland
UQ Sporting Scholarships - apply now
UQ's sporting scholarships support students to balance their studies with the demands of elite-level competition. In addition to financial support, these scholarships offer academic tutoring, facility access, workshops and much more. UQ's sporting scholarships opened on Thursday 3 August. Applications can be submitted online.

Engineering and Technology Careers Evening 2017
At UQ's 2017 Engineering and Technology Careers Evening, you will have the opportunity to:

• Hear from recent Engineering and Information Technology graduates about their experiences in industry
• Talk to academic staff and current students about the study options available at UQ
• Ask practicing engineers and technology innovators about job opportunities available in industry
• Discover why UQ provides students with the best foundation for careers in Engineering and Information Technology

The event will be held on Thursday 17 August from 6-8pm in the GHD Auditorium, Advanced Engineering Building (#49), The University of Queensland, St Lucia campus: https://uqfuture.custhelp.com/rd?1=AvMo~wrADv8S~xb~Gv9S~yJNYPcr0C77Mv~A~z7~Pv8J&2=11497

School of Economics Scholarships
Applications are now open for two invaluable scholarship opportunities at the UQ School of Economics: The Year 12 Domestic Australian Scholarship and the Year 12 Equity and Diversity Scholarship.

The Year 12 Domestic Australian Scholarship is for outstanding Australian domestic students who are completing Year 12 studies. The successful candidate will receive a $5,000 bursary each year for three years. Applications close 3 November 2017.

The Year 12 Equity and Diversity is for students who can demonstrate a very keen interest in economics but who have faced educational disadvantage during high school. The successful candidate will receive a $5,000 bursary each year plus a mentoring scheme. Applications close 28 November 2017: https://economics.uq.edu.au/.

Support for international students under 18 years of age
If you have international students who will be aged 17 at the time they will commence their studies at UQ, The University of Queensland Student Services offers a supervision program which approves the accommodation, support and general welfare of unaccompanied international students under 18 years of age.

Applicants under the age of 18 will be identified in the admission process and an offer of admission will be conditional on the applicant submitting a completed International Student Supervision registration form signed by the applicant and their parent/legal custodian.

If the University accepts responsibility for accommodation and welfare arrangements, a Confirmation of Appropriate Accommodation and Welfare (CAAW) alongside a Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) letter will be issued, so applicants can then apply for a student visa: http://www.uq.edu.au/student-services/u18-supervision.

Bond University
You can apply direct to Bond right now. Applying online to study at Bond University is free and easy. We encourage you to lodge your application as soon as you have decided what you would like to study. There’s no application fee – no obligation to accept a place if it is offered – it simply gives you another option when it comes to making a decision about your future. https://bond.edu.au/future-students/study-bond/how-apply

QUT For Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students
QUT’s Oodgeroo Unit offers the Centralised Assessment Selection Program entry pathway from mid-October for QTAC applicants who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and place QUT within their top three preferences. Applicants need to have their Confirmation of Australian Indigenous Heritage from a registered Indigenous corporation and as this process can take time, we recommend students and/or their parents start this process early.

QUT Additional entry requirements and scholarships in creative industries
For creative industries courses with additional entry requirements such as auditions, portfolios or interviews, students must apply online to QUT by 5pm on Friday 15 September as well as applying through QTAC. Students interested in creative industries can also access generous scholarships, ranging from $10,000 to $30,000, many of which are awarded based on creative ability.

UNSW Open Day
Save the date - Saturday 2 September.
Open Day is an opportunity for your students to get their first taste of university life. Attend lectures, chat with current staff and students, explore campus and find out if UNSW is the right place for them. Registration will open later this month. Visit openday.unsw.edu.au for more information.

QTAC:Selection guidelines for initial teacher education courses (pre-service teachers)
As part of the Australian Institute for Teaching and Leadership (AITSL) revised Standards and Procedures (2015), all applicants to initial teacher education courses (pre-service teachers) must satisfy both academic and non-academic entry criteria for selection to the course. This requirement applies for the 2018 tertiary admissions period onwards. Details may be found at http://www.qtac.edu.au/courses---institutions/initial-teacher-education.

KEY DATES:

Sunday 20 August
11am – 3pm, James Cook University Cairns
https://www.jcu.edu.au/open-day

Sunday 20 August
QUT Caboolture
https://www.qut.edu.au/study/events/qut-open-day

Sunday 20 August
9:30am – 3pm, UQ Gatton
https://www.qut.edu.au/study/events/qut-open-day

Sunday 20 August
10am - 1pm, USQ Springfield
https://www.usq.edu.au/openday/

Sunday 2 September
10am – 2pm, USQ Ipswich
https://www.usq.edu.au/openday/

Elizabeth Johnston