By Aaron Cordy
GRADE 5 students across the region got some hands on experience of what Greater Shepparton Secondary College has to offer last week when they attended Aspirations Day.
Over 600 grade 5 students from 28 schools took part in the fun that showed them pathways they can take with their education.
“The aim is to get the grade 5 students to dream big. Then to knuckle down in grade 6 and to really inspire and engage them to the possibilities and opportunities that open up once they get to secondary school,” said Shepparton Education Plan project manager Jenni Gibson.
Latrobe, GOTAFE and Melbourne Uni were on site to talk about pathways for further education once the students leave school. Along with local industries and members of the Shepparton Police and the CFA, the day provided hands on learning for the students.
“Our aim is to have real world experience for the students with a rich array of industry based activities. The pathways are highlighted with Latrobe, GOTAFE, and Melbourne Uni, but then we want to open their eyes to local industries and the opportunities that are here in the Goulburn Valley,” said Ms Gibson.
The day was capped off with a BBQ provided by Mooroopna and Shepparton South Rotary Clubs, and the help of many of the GSSC students themselves.
