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Learning support for Aboriginal students

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Help with learning
Mentoring for Aboriginal students
Moving to high school
SACE and Aboriginal students
Preparing for employment

Help with learning

Aboriginal students are given special support throughout their time at school. Every year the student, parents and teacher work together on developing a learning plan.

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Mentoring for Aboriginal students

Individual mentoring is provided for Aboriginal students in years 5 to 9 who are failing to engage in education and not reaching their full potential. The mentors help students with:
  • academic progress
  • transition to high school
  • study habits and work load
  • social and emotional wellbeing.
For information on joining the program phone Aboriginal Education and Employment Services on 8226 2325.

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Moving to high school

Year 7 Aboriginal students can join the Enter for Success Program to help them adjust to high school life. The program is designed to improve student attendance at school.

You can enrol at a government high school of your choice and receive support to achieve the goals in your individual learning plan.

Either download a registration form (PDF 377KB) or ask your primary school for one. They can also help you to complete the form which should be returned to your primary school.

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SACE and Aboriginal students

Find out how SACE can help Aboriginal students achieve their goals and pursue different career paths.

As part of your preparation for SACE you will undertake a subject called Personal Learning Plans (PLP) - this is compulsory for all year 10 students.

This course will help you further develop the learning plan that you've been working on each year at school. It will also assist you to:
  • make informed decisions about year 11 and 12 subjects and any courses outside of school
  • prepare for career options and other goals.

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Preparing for employment

Young Aboriginal students can attend WORKABOUT centres at Elizabeth and Port Augusta for help in making the transition from study to employment.

Student needs are addressed on a case-by-case basis, with a range of options to help you achieve your goals.

For more information phone Aboriginal Education and Employment Services on 8226 9427.

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Aboriginal Schools


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