“Try a Career” Day
Education Week Activity – Tuesday, May 8, 2007 – Report
A Careers Day with a Difference!!! A select group of students had some unique and varied experiences on our first “Try a Career” day.
Students had the opportunity to produce and record their own radio broadcasts, music and all - with audio engineer, Michael Kelly and a little assistance from Toni and Sophie Chilton.
Nicole and Lea Nagel showed students how to adapt scientific tasks using technology – looking under the microscope, using an electronic magnification unit which was kindly donated by Quantum Technology for the day. Later students went outside to take part in a scientific experiment - to determine what happens when you mix Coke and Mentos?!
Myotherapist, Glenn Bowen, talked about his career and the technology he uses to conduct it.
Telemarketer, Jacqui Stephens, gave students a taste of selling via the telephone.
Rachel Hansen, occupational therapist with Guide Dogs Victoria, taught students how to prepare food for our lunch.
There was also a hands-on dog experience - Lyn Robinson brought along her pet Jasper to demonstrate dog handling and Anne Franklin came with her Jim’s Dog Wash van so the students could handle dogs in a dog wash.
In the afternoon, the orientation and mobility instructors, Dean, Erin and Janelle from Guide Dogs Victoria, took students through the skills they’ll need to get to and from their jobs or work experience. Students had the opportunity to research timetable and bus routes on the internet.
The students did start thinking about the skills they will need for work (which was, after all, the aim of the day). Jamie suggested that to be a cook you would need clean hands and good taste buds, but above all you would need to be organised. Geordie said that to be a radio presenter you need a clear voice and to be brave. Alex requested that we run another day with even more experiences on offer.
Thanks to Deb’s daughter, Melissa, who brought two more dogs for the dog wash and was chief photographer for the day. Thanks also to Jacqui’s husband Alex who helped out and took photos, and to Robert who cleaned the BBQ. And special thanks to the ever energetic (and tolerant) SVRC staff who kept everything organised and moving.
If you would like more information about the Camps and Activities program, please contact Deb Lewis.