CAREERS NEWS FROM MS NEMBHARD
-Y8 Deptford Green students attend Catalyst event-
Last week, along with thirteen Y8 students from Deptford Green, we attended an enlightening Careers event at Addey and Stanhope school.
The event brought together over seventy Y8 students from multiple schools, including Prendergast Vale, and we all learnt so much about universities, college, and careers.
The lovely speaker Joanna, from our partner college St Catherine’s (St Catz) University of Oxford, shared thoughtful information and advice on higher education. For example, she explained that the University of Oxford is made up of different colleges where students live, study and socialise and that, as well as doing independent work and attending lectures, students at Oxford attend tutorials. Some students were surprised to find out that Oxford University fees are not more expensive than other universities.
Joanna encouraged us to share our ideas on topics such as reasons why you should or should not go to university and if it is the right choice for you. Joanna informed us about the many different types of universities we could look into and all about what you can do to aim for your dream university.
One of our students stated, "It was an interesting and unusual activity to attend, and I think it's very important to learn about all available careers and pathways."
Overall, the group left the event better informed about university options and with booklets containing students’ perspectives on university life and resources like the UCAS website which can tell you in more detail about universities and courses.
Joanna’s engaging presentation and the opportunity to reflect on personal aspirations made this a valuable experience for our students.
The Y10 Catalyst event will take place at Deptford Green in March, followed by a visit to Oxford in June.
-The Careers Ambassadors-
DEPTFORD GREEN CAREERS AMBASSADORS support their peers to explore future careers by sharing resources, promoting events, and encouraging participation in careers activities. They share and collect feedback to improve career programmes. Their role helps everyone to explore, dream, discover and to make better informed choices about their future.
Connections, Inspiration and silent assassins at first Team Up Maths session
The Team Up tuition sessions sponsored by Goldsmiths, University of London, kicked off with energy and enthusiasm as Y11 students from Deptford Green School met their mentors. This session marked the beginning of a 12 weeks journey aimed at boosting academic confidence and expanding aspirations for the future.
The mentors, a group of Goldsmiths university students, introduced themselves and their academic studies, ranging from games design to artificial intelligence. Among the diverse group is also a Canadian medical student currently on an intercalated year, pursuing a master’s degree in sociology and media as well as Deptford Green alumni studying psychology and creative computing, providing living proof of the possibilities available to our students. Shared background and interests, offered an inspiring connection and Y11's could see how determination, resilience and support can lead to academic and personal success.
The session was not all introductions, though. Y11's worked closely with their mentors to identify key GCSE maths topics they want and need to focus on revising over the next twelve weeks. This collaborative approach ensured each student’s learning priorities are at the heart of the programme and students take ownership of their revision.
The session wrapped up with a lively game of Silent Assassin and despite a long day, no one fell asleep! Everyone left feeling positive and motivated and with smiles on their faces.
Students commented on how fun and helpful the experience had been, some even surprising Mr Callaghan by admitting, “It was actually good!”
-Y11 STUDENTS SHINE IN 'TAKE THE LEAD' WORKSHOP-
Y11 students participating in “Take the Lead”, a programme facilitated by the renowned Old Vic Theatre, recently completed part 2 of the programme. The workshop brought a fresh and creative approach to skill-building, combining movement and theatre techniques to help students prepare for interviews and develop essential life skills.
Through a series of engaging and fun activities led by actors, students explored voice projection and body language, gaining valuable insights into how they present themselves. The interactive session also encouraged students to reflect on their personal experiences and aspirations, helping them craft compelling pitches and build confidence in answering interview questions.
The programme is designed to enhance self- belief, teamwork, resilience, leadership and communication skills and will continue next term with another workshop.
Students taking part are also invited by The Old Vic to a performance of Oedipus, starring Academy Award winner RAMI MALEK (Oppenheimer, Bohemian Rhapsody, No Time To Die) and Olivier Award winner INDIRA VARMA (Othello, Mission Impossible, Game of Thrones) and to apply to an exclusive work experience summer placement as well as being members of The Old Vic students forum which will have an input into the exciting development of the Backstage Building.
All these experiences provide amazing building blocks for our students’ careers. Congratulations to all taking part.
