What’s going on at LTC?
- Embracing Excitement and Innovation: Highlights from the Last Two Weeks at LTC
- Important Dates for Term 3
- Exam Timetable
- LTC in the Media
- National Science Week
- LTC Community Showcase
- Book Week 2023
- Australian School Library Day
- LTC Inclusion Expo
- Become a Homestay Host
- Applications for the 2024 Young Carer Bursary Program
- UC Creative Competition
- 2024 Australian Government School Leaver Program
- Parent & Carer Online Safety Webinars
- Telephone Parenting Counselling
- Future of Education Equity Fund
- 2024 Enrolments
- Blog information
Embracing Excitement and Innovation: Highlights from the Last Two Weeks at LTC
In the dynamic whirlwind of the past two weeks, LTC has been a hub of excitement and innovation. Amidst the vibrant tapestry of events like Book Week, Science Week, and Australian School Library Day, a truly remarkable achievement has shone brightly: our LTC staff and students making their mark on the national stage.
Featured prominently in ABC news stories, they’ve tackled the vital issue of language class delivery in the face of a teacher shortage—a challenge that resonates across the education landscape.
Make sure to explore the blog for a glimpse into these accomplishments and an overview of the myriad of opportunities that lie ahead.
LTC in the Media
In a recent feature on ABC National News Breakfast, Lake Tuggeranong College’s staff and students played a prominent role, highlighting the pressing equity issue surrounding language program delivery due to the ongoing teacher shortage. This coverage accurately portrayed the challenges we face in providing language education while acknowledging our determination to find solutions. The spotlight on this crucial matter underscores our commitment to addressing equity barriers in education and fostering global understanding despite the existing challenges.
National Science Week
LTC’s Week 5 was a blast celebrating National Science Week under the theme “Innovation – Powering Future Industries.”
Our Health and Wellbeing class delved into the world of drone-assisted healthcare delivery in remote areas. They mastered piloting and programming drones to make a difference.
The Interdisciplinary Science class explored drones’ agricultural applications – from fertilizer delivery to pest control. They, too, honed drone piloting and programming skills.
Wrapping up the week, Yr 12 Physics and Chemistry students collaborated with 22 Yr 6 students from local feeder schools. Together, they built fruit batteries, tested wind turbine blade designs, and navigated drones through health service obstacles.
Huge thanks to teachers Scott Carter, Chandra Kanta, and Tim Jones from the Academy of Future Skills for guiding this week of immersive learning. Special shout out to Charles Conder Primary School, Taylor Primary School, Theodore Primary School, Wanniassa School, and Wanniassa Hills Primary School for joining the scientific journey!
LTC Community Showcase
Earlier this week, our courtyard transformed into a hub of connection and discovery at the LTC Community Showcase!
We brought together 16 amazing community organisations offering valuable information and support.
As an added treat, a free BBQ lunch and live music elevated the energy of the event even further!
Book Week 2023
Last Tuesday, Lake Tuggeranong College buzzed with the vibrant energy of our delightful Book Week parade!
Students and staff came together to celebrate the magic of literature.
The parade was a spectacular showcase of creativity and imagination.
Stay tuned as we share more captivating snapshots from this enchanting event!
Australian School Library Day
Libraries are made by people!
Yes, that might seem obvious to say that people make libraries, but this year’s theme for Australian School Library Day aims to highlight the work of library staff that often happens behind the scenes or with only one student or one teacher at a time.
Would you like to send a special Thank You card to a school library person in your life? Download one of the templates from this website: https://studentsneedschoollibraries.org.au/asld/
LTC Inclusion Expo
🌟 Join us at the Inclusion Expo! 🌟
📅 Date: Thursday, 14th September
🕒 Time: 4.30 – 6.30pm
🏢 Location: Lake Tuggeranong College
Discover endless possibilities at our Expo focused on #Careers, #Pathways, and #SupportServices.
Connect with employers, agencies, and community support providers.
Explore diverse career options and gain insights into exciting pathways!
Become a Homestay Host
Are you interested in broadening your family’s cultural experiences and forming lifelong friendships?
The ACT Education Directorate is seeking Homestay hosts for international students planning to study at an ACT public high school or college.
By becoming a Homestay host, you’ll not only provide a room and meals, but you’ll also welcome a young person into your family and support their growth as they gain new perspectives, confidence, English fluency, and academic and essential life skills.
International students participating in the Homestay program are aged 16 years or above. If you have the time to support a student’s social wellbeing and academic endeavours, and have an interest in other cultures, we would love to hear from you.
A weekly payment will be provided to help cover the costs of living expenses.
Find out more at bit.ly/HomestayCanberra or email ieu@act.gov.au, or call 02 6205 9194.
Applications for the 2024 Young Carer Bursary Program
The Young Carer Bursary Program supports young carers to continue with their education and reduce their need to undertake paid work at the same time as their study and caring duties.
The program offers 1,592 bursaries of $3,768 each year to assist with education needs and resources.
Young carers must apply each year to be assessed for a bursary. It makes no difference if you complete your application on the first day or the final day because all Applications will go to the Independent Assessment Panel for review after the closing date on 12 September 2023.
Please note this process can take up to 16 weeks. You will be notified of the panel decision after the review process has been completed.
If you missed our live Webinars about how to apply and common questions, you can still view the session for those who support young carers by clicking on this link: Webinar – For Supporters of Young Carers.
The video for the session for young carers can be viewed by clicking on this link: Young Carer Bursary Information Webinar – For Young Carers 10 July 2023.
Click here for more info: https://youngcarersnetwork.com.au/bursary/young-carer-bursary/
UC Creative Competition
The UC Creative Competition celebrates the creativity of Year 11 and 12 students from the ACT, NSW and QLD. Participating students stand a chance to win a full year’s tuition and semester study grants towards an Arts and Design degree at UC, and cash prizes for each competition category. Each work will be published in our competition gallery and open to voting for our annual People’s Choice Award.
Submissions to this competition can be used to form part of the participating student’s portfolio to gain entry into any of the Faculty of Arts and Design degrees.
All Year 11 and 12 students are invited to submit their best creative work – which could be a school-based project or their own personal work – for the chance to win study grants towards a Faculty of Arts and Design degree, as well as a range of Adobe products and cash prizes!
Click here for more info: https://www.canberra.edu.au/uccreativecompetition
2024 Australian Government School Leaver Program
Finishing Year 12 and looking to get head start on your career?
The 2024 Australian Government School Leaver Program is a 12-month career development program. It’s a full-time job with a competitive salary, paid holidays and superannuation.
You’ll build your skills on the job at one of the many Australian Government departments and agencies participating in the 2024 program. And if you find you love the meaningful work, you can stay on and continue your career in the Australian Public Service (APS).
The program builds on the success of the Department of Finance’s Career Starter Program and the APS HR Profession’s Human Resources (HR) School Leaver Program that you may have heard about in previous years.
Click here to apply: https://www.finance.gov.au/publications/information-sheet/school-leaver-program
Parent & Carer Online Safety Webinars
RSVP for ACT Education’s eSafety webinars here: bit.ly/3TyRaZx
Telephone Parenting Counselling
Future of Education Equity Fund
Applications are now open for the Future of Education Equity Fund for the 2023 school year. Providing yearly one-off payments to low-income Canberra families with students from Preschool to Year 12 level, and independent students, the Fund helps cover costs associated with schooling. Check your eligibility now!
Apply online at https://bit.ly/3SH0cUr
2024 Enrolments
It’s not too late to enrol your child or young person at LTC. Enrolments remain open throughout the year, so apply online now to receive an offer of place for the 2024 school year.
Blog information
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Please submit your material to scott.montoyaval@ed.act.edu.au
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