Year 9 Career Expo Sparks Future Thinking
The Careers Service recently hosted our first Year 9 Career Expo across both the Barkly and Pilgrim campuses, engaging all Year 9 students in an inspiring exploration of future pathways.
The expo reinforced a key message: it’s never too early to start thinking about your future and learning about potential occupations.
Presenters from the service industries, with help from the Footscray Council, The Phoenix Centre and Learning Precinct, shared personal stories about how they entered their fields, the educational qualifications required, and what a typical day in their role looks like.
Many speakers also reflected on what they would tell their younger Year 9 selves—offering candid advice on subjects to focus on, skills to develop, and opportunities not to miss.
A highlight was the session by RMIT University, which gave students a realistic glimpse into university life, showcased potential courses, and announced a significant ATAR bonus scheme exclusively available to Footscray High students during Year 12.
As parents, you are your child’s first career advisors. Consider asking your son or daughter what they think about the future.
- The subjects they enjoy most
- Activities and tasks they find engaging
- Future occupations they might want to explore
Your discussion could be the springboard they need to start shaping their dreams into achievable goals.
The Morrisby Program
Coming up in Term 4, the Year 9 Morrisby Programme, a Victorian Government initiative that helps students discover their strengths, interests, and career options, will be taking place.
Through the online Morrisby assessment and a one‑on‑one session with a qualified career consultant, students gain personalised insights to guide future subject choices, senior pathways and future study or work plans.