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Interview Techniques Training & Mock Interviews

Arguably one of the most important programs that forms the Real Futures program is the Mock Interviews.

Students are given prepatory training over a double period session prior to their Mock Interview, covering writing applications and how to conduct yourself in an interview and present yourself to the world of work.

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Practicing the question "Tell me a little about yourself."

The Mock Interviews are held at all schools throughout the year. Beacon Leaders are charged with the task of making sure that students arrive on time for their interviews, and that the guest interviewers have everything that they need.

Feedback from students is positive, particularly for those who have not yet had the opportunity to have a formal interview. Most are nervous when they arrive, but leave feeling confident and with some valuable advice and tips.

Students are provided with a feedback sheet from their interviewer, which rates their efforts on their resume and cover letters and their performance during the interview, and gives an indication as to whether the interviewer would offer that student a job.

We have a large team of volunteer interviewers who support our program, and we are extremely appreciative of their time and efforts.

Mock Interviews 2023 - Photo Gallery

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St Joseph College

Echuca College

Moama Anglican Grammar

Echuca Twin Rivers Specialist School

Pathways Pledge Ceremony

Our Pathways Pledge Ceremony at the Echuca Twin Rivers Specialist School on August 15, with almost 500 people attending.
 
Students from all five Beacon schools, along with sponsors, supporters and members of the community joined together to celebrate the Real Futures program.
Our keynote speaker was former Rochester Secondary student Jason McCurry. Jason shared his journey from leaving Rochester to attend Uni in Melbourne, what led him to his current career and his passion for inclusion and advocacy for people living with a disability.
 
The Pathways Pledge is a public commitment, where students acknowledge that they are ready to make the most of their futures, and that they will have open minds when considering their career pathways.
 
Community members are invited to pledge their support in assisting our young people in their journey.
 
Signing the Pledge Boards is the evidence of commitment to the pledge, and the boards will be displayed in each school, on show for all to see.
 
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Beacon Careers Expo

We were so excited to be able to hold our Beacon Careers Expo live and in-person on Tuesday at the Rich River Golf Club!

Year 9 students from Echuca College and Moama Anglican Grammar, year 10 students from St Joseph's College Echuca and year 9 & 10 students from Echuca Twin Rivers Specialist School and River City Christian College were welcomed back to the event - over 300 young people.

Most of our wonderful presenters are locals, which makes this event unique and such a fantastic opportunity for our young people to network and learn about opportunities in our region.

Almost 100 individuals gave their time, energy and passion to present at this event, and we sincerely thank them for their continued support of our young people.
Thank you also to the Campaspe Cohuna LLEN team for their support of the event.

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Beacon Business Breakfast

What better way to start the year than our Beacon Business Breakfast event!

Bringing together our business and community supporters alongside school representatives and Beacon Leaders, the event celebrates the Beacon program and its positive impact on our local young people.

It is also the first event hosted by our newest Beacon Leaders:

Echuca College (Year 9):

  • Will Fisher
  • Isabella Lister
  • Jacob Brighton
  • Emma Bennett
  • Zachary Dentler
  • Norah Lenne
  • Emily McLaren

Moama Grammar (Year 9): 

  • Ava Whitbourn
  • Matilda Medland
  • Boyd Butcher
  • Blake Johns

St. Joseph’s College (Year 10):

  • Gerogia Armstrong
  • Georgie Cooke
  • Darcy Prime
  • Lila Mahoney
  • Mackenzie Sly
  • Indi Mifsud

Australian Christian College (Year 10): 

  • Zachary Dawson
  • Matilda Metelmann (Tilly)

Echuca Twin Rivers Specialist School (Year 10): 

  • Saxon Nicholson
  • Jade Rourke