School News

On Friday 1st May, 50 Glen Innes High School students from Years 10, 11 and 12 attended the Open Day at the University of New England. The day was extremely well organised, with a busy and engaging schedule that allowed students to choose from a wide range of tours, demonstrations and displays showcasing the many courses on offer and the careers they can lead to. Students explored a variety of faculties including Agriculture, Science and Technology, Medicine, Nursing, Business, Psychology, Physics, Chemistry, Aquatic Ecology, Natural Sciences, Education and Sport. This gave students valuable insight into both study options and future…

Sixteen students travelled to Tamworth on Tuesday 10 March to explore careers in the health sector. The day began with a visit to the Tamworth Base Hospital Community Centre where several Allied Health professionals shared insights into their roles. Students heard from Marissa, a psychologist, who explained the eight areas of psychology including clinical, sports, counselling, organisational, educational, neurological, forensic and health psychology. Ell, a social worker working in the violence, abuse and neglect sector, spoke about the importance of supervision and collegial support. Antony discussed his work in child protection and highlighted the wide range of settings where social…

Three Glen Innes High School students recently had the incredible opportunity to attend ADF Air Force Work Experience at Amberley Air Force Base: Monique Miller (Year 9), Declan Trethewey (Year 10) and Tristian Miller (Year 12). Over four action-packed days, students stayed on base, camping in swags alongside Air Force personnel at the Cultural Centre. They experienced life in the Air Force firsthand, with meals provided in the mess and a wide range of activities showcasing the many career pathways available. Monique described her experience as “the BEST time,” highlighting working with the K9 unit and exploring a helicopter. She…