Hume Koorie Pathways - a regional approach

Background Pilot in 2007 through a partnership between NETracksLLEN and region Inclusive of Koorie students from all education sectors Scope Koorie student attitudes to school, careers interests, pathways & barriers Cultural celebration and careers expo Koorie pilot Worlds of Work 2008 Evaluation, findings and recommendations

Accessible to all regional Koorie students A holistic approach to meet individual student needs with strategic engagement Provide a baseline of data based on actual student aspirations and expectations Promote importance of education and pathways at the school level for Koorie students and parents Resources and support to school communities local to their environment Exposure to all aspects of career aspirations Concept

Dedicated group of regional partners Koorie community involvement at all levels via LAECG ongoing representation Aligning key objectives of improving Koorie student outcomes Focus on common goals Develop a an ongoing sustainable program with common partners Improve parent and family engagement Consultation and commitment

Goals transition into meaningful training and further education. supported in transition to meaningful employment. coordination and collaboration across post compulsory training and education providers. holistic approach to supporting young people in training, education and employment. Supporting cultural identity, through self growth and cultural learning. Provide opportunities to build confidence and skills to realise aspirations in education, employment and pathways Improve retention, engagement and year 12 completion

Stage 1 Introduction and surveys Aligns to Term 1 Communication and promotion to schools/parents/community Conduct brief interviews to meet students/careers staff Completion of surveys Develop relationships with school staff/community, students and families

Stage 2 Careers Expo and Cultural Celebration Aligns with Term 2 Survey results LLEN coordination to develop and host in local areas with local stakeholders and providers Koorie community and students involved in the event planning Focused industry and employers based on student preference

Stage 3 Worlds of Work Program Aligns with Term 3 Expression of interest for 25 places Induction and preparation of students Focus on aspirations and development of skills to succeed in the global world of work Builds student confidence and network relationships

Stage 4 Transition and pathway support Provide individualised support in Work experience opportunities Traineeships Further education MIPs Course selections

Increased partnership in KPP model Builds student confidence and skills Improved retention, engagement and year 12 completion Increase in pathway aspirations in scholarships, traineeships and work experience Individualised support to student Improved MIPs through a holistic approach Sustainability Outcomes