By staying at school until the end of year 12 students increase their life chances considerably. The Education Act 2016 has made it a requirement for all students to continue their education until they finish Year 12, achieve a Certificate III, or they turn 18 – unless they have an exemption. Please see the attached flyer for more information about education and training after Year 10.

The extension of years 11 and 12 into all high schools in the North West coast provides students with the opportunity to choose a course of study that meets their learning needs and career goals in a place that works best for them.

Our Year 10 students have already spent time considering their options for 2022. This has included exploring study and course options across the Hellyer Regional Collective. All students have received a copy of the Hellyer College Student Information Guide 2022. College staff have also conducted information sessions outlining course options for 2022 with our students.

The remaining steps in the Transition Program are outlined below. (Please note that your child will experience opportunities for Don College as well).

• A member of Don College will be visiting our school on Tuesday 17 August as an introductory visit.
• A Taste of Hellyer Day will be held at Hellyer College on Friday 20 August. Students have already selected four classes they would like to sample on this day.

Schools will transport students to and from Hellyer College on this day and they will be required to wear their school uniform.

The Hellyer College Café will be open for morning tea, and pizza will be provided free of charge at lunch time. Students are still encouraged to bring some refreshments with them for the day.

• Due to Public Health restrictions on the number of adults who can be on school sites, Hellyer College is hosting a VIRTUAL Parent Information Sessions on their website https://www.hellyercollege.education.tas.edu.au from Wednesday 18 August. This will allow parents and students to explore all, or some of the following, from the comfort of their homes.
  • Welcome videos from Hellyer College’s Principal, Judy Fahey and Nikki Clark, Principal of Smithton High School, on behalf of the Hellyer Regional Collective.
  • Videos showing; a Day at Hellyer College, the Hellyer Regional Collective and Learning Area subject overviews.
  • Videos outlining Student Support at Hellyer College, the TCE and ATAR requirements.
  • The Hellyer Student Information Guide 2022 and individual subject flyers.
  • Information about the Hellyer College Student Residence.
• Hellyer College staff will visit our school Tuesday 7 September 3:30 – 6:30pm, for personalised course counselling with your child and you.
• Don College Live – students will have an opportunity to tour the campus on Tuesday 14 September.
• Parents/carers who would like a tour of Hellyer College have the option of booking a small group tour of the College on the following dates.
  • Tuesday 22 or Thursday 24 September at either 3.15pm, 3.45pm, 4.30pm, 5.00pm
  • Tuesday 13 or Thursday 15 October at either 3.15pm, 3.45pm, 4.30pm, 5.00pm

These tours can be booked via the Hellyer College office on 6435 5200.

• Don College – Start Day (Orientation) will be on Tuesday 30 November.

We will be working with Hellyer College and other extension high schools to make sure that students who require additional information, or more support to make their transition, receive the personalised attention they require.