From the Careers Department

Shaping Our Future at SAC – Careers Week 2026

National Careers Week was a vibrant celebration across the school, with students from Reception to Year 12 engaging in a wide range of activities designed to inspire curiosity, exploration, and future pathways. Throughout the week, students were encouraged to think about their strengths, interests, and the many opportunities that await them in the world of work.

Our youngest learners in Reception and Year 1 enjoyed story time sessions and participated in a fun “What’s in the Bag?” activity, where they explored different professions and began imagining what careers they may pursue in the future.

Students in Years 2 and 4 embraced STEM learning through an exciting coding experience facilitated by Robogals, a student-led group from Adelaide University. The sessions encouraged creativity, teamwork, and problem-solving, culminating in an entertaining and competitive robot battle.

Year 3 students took a more personal approach to career exploration as Tracker the dog investigated a variety of workplaces to learn about the jobs of family members and friends. This helped students recognise the many important roles within our community and strengthened connections between school and home.

Year 5 students participated in Primary First Aid training with St John Ambulance Australia, gaining valuable practical skills and confidence in responding to emergency situations.

Meanwhile, students in Years 6–8 enjoyed an interactive old scholar scavenger hunt and career emoji quiz, encouraging them to think creatively about future careers and pathways while learning from the experiences of former students.

All primary students had the opportunity to participate in a career themed dress up day and the range of outfits of our aspiring students were impressive!

The McAuley Auditorium was abuzz with energy as employers and education providers gathered for the SAC Careers Expo. Students in Years 9–12 had the opportunity to engage with industry representatives, tertiary institutions, and training organisations, gaining valuable insight into post-school opportunities and career possibilities.

We are incredibly grateful to all external organisations, presenters, and community members who generously supported National Careers Week. Their involvement helped create meaningful and memorable experiences for our students, and we thank everyone for their enthusiastic participation in making the week such a success.

Ms Julie Stephenson
Careers & VET Coordinator

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