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Help with learningMentoring for Aboriginal students Moving to high schoolSACE and Aboriginal studentsPreparing for employmentHelp 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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