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It’s been a busy week at Marcellin, with National Skills Week well underway!

This year’s theme, Life Changing, celebrates the important role vocational education and training (VET) plays in shaping futures, creating opportunities and supporting industries and communities.

Throughout the week, students and apprentices have been taking part in activities connecting them with training pathways, industry and future career opportunities. With more activities still to come on Friday, there is plenty more to share!

You may have caught a sneak peek on Marcellin’s Instagram and Facebook stories. Here’s a quick look at some of the action so far, with a full National Skills Week wrap-up and photo gallery coming in next week’s edition.

To get in the spirit of Book Week, Galilee hosted its very own 'book swap' book fair on Tuesday in the Hall.

Students brought in gently used books they weren't reading anymore, and in return, chose a new read from a wonderful and extensive selection.

Student reflections:
“She was very good. I really liked her books. What I liked the most was that her books had pictures and a map at the start, so you didn’t get lost when you were reading.” -Priya

 

“I loved the way she presented and how kind she was to us. My favourite part was the colouring competition. I loved the session.” -Taya

“I found it interesting. She talked about how she wrote the books and I really liked her reading part of her books to us.” -Millie

“Kate came in and was telling us about her Griffins books and telling us how she wrote them. I also liked the colouring competition.” -Harmony

Student Achievements

Congratulations to Ava, Lillie, and Maddi for Placing at Calisthenics State Championships

Well done to Galilee students Ava (Year 2), Lillie (Year 2) and Maddi (Year 4), who recently competed in a regional team competition representing the Reynella Braeview School of Calisthenics.

The girls took out 1st Aggregate, and went on to place 3rd in the Division 1 State Championships held on 7 August.

Teddy & Ollie Represented Onkaparinga South in the SAPSASA Soccer

Congratulations to Galilee students Teddy (Year 5) and Ollie (Year 6) for representing Onkaparinga South in the SAPSASA Soccer. The boys achieved 5th place overall, earning 4 wins and 4 losses over the three days.

National Skills Week

National Skills Week is a significant celebration of Vocational Education and Training (VET) across Australia. This year's theme, "Life Changing", highlights the powerful impact VET has on individuals, industries and communities.

Throughout the week at Marcellin Campus, students participated in a range of activities designed to explore career pathways and strengthen industry connections. Year 10 students attended pathway information sessions led by our MTC trainers and RTO team, while Year 11 students heard from SafeWork SA and Australian Super about workplace safety, rights and responsibilities, and financial wellbeing.

Students also engaged with employers, training organisations and industry partners through our Apprentice and Employer Lunch and VET Careers Expo, gaining valuable insights into apprenticeships, traineeships and future career opportunities. Year 8 students from Marian and Galilee campuses participated in hands-on Experience Marcellin workshops, providing an introduction to the vocational learning opportunities available at Marcellin Campus.

The week concludes with our Training Skills Excellence Awards Assembly, celebrating outstanding student achievement in VET and the life-changing opportunities vocational education provides.

Experience Marcellin will return on 18 September, providing Year 9 students and their families with an opportunity to explore the unique learning pathways available at Marcellin Campus. Limited places remain for Year 10 enrolments in 2027, and interested families are encouraged to contact the campus for further information.

Sally Aitken
RTO Manager
Marcellin Campus