When deciding how this event might look, and what and who to include we are driven by an unwavering commitment to ensure that every student who attends can take something valuable away from the experience. This could be quite simply a clearer understanding of the subjects on offer as they move through the School, a greater awareness of requirements of the VCE, or the chance to speak with someone who shares a common passion or interest. It is these incidental conversations that can be the very catalyst for what life might look like once they leave school.

At Ivanhoe Girls’ we understand that each young person has their own unique pathway, and we aim to foster within them the desire to try new things in the knowledge that providing a breadth of subjects is the best way for young people to find their strengths and develop their passions.

Our Subject Selection Expo provides our Years 9 and 10 students with an opportunity to learn more about the areas of study available to them across the Faculties in the Senior School.

Complemented by the Careers Expo, students are provided with an invaluable opportunity to share in the experiences of others and gain insights into the career journeys of our Alumni, across a broad range of industries, pathways, and passions. The Careers Expo is an evening full of relevant, contemporary information.

This year we were fortunate to have graduating Alumni spanning over 40 years, and representatives from key tertiary institutions and industry groups, all packed into two hours.

To get the most out of the Expo, students were given the following tips:

• Consider attending at least two-panel presentations to hear about the different pathways our Alumni have taken and to gather an understanding of the tertiary institutions they attended and the opportunities they encountered whilst pursuing their passions
• Take up the opportunity to attend a broad range of panel presentations to broaden your insights into a range of careers, some of which you may not have considered previously
• Head to the Alumni Careers Hub with your questions and have a chat with some of the Panel Presenters. Any of the key tertiary institutions and industry groups will be available in the Gym to offer insights into the different courses and pathways they offer. Take some time to learn more about how they can support you in achieving your career pathway goals.

It was wonderful to witness the enthusiasm with which our students participated in all that was on offer. The Subject Selection and Careers Expo can open so many pathways and conversations for students as they begin their transition from school to life beyond school and explore potential careers that may lie ahead.

It is definitely a highlight in the School calendar for our Senior School students.

Ms Louisa Scerri,
Deputy Principal/Head of Senior School