2024 | Term 4 Week 7
Visiting the beautiful Southwest region to deliver hands-on workshops was a wonderful opportunity to showcase The School of Isolated and Distance Education's Mini Industry Roadshow to Katanning Senior High School, Northcliffe District High School, and Boyup Brook District High School. These initiatives highlight SIDE's dedication to providing educational opportunities to regional communities across Western Australia with the support of The Department of Training and Workforce Development.
SIDE was able to provide the students with three amazing hands-on skills training workshops with industry professionals in the fields of hospitality, cabinetry, and rigging. The sessions are hands-on and highly adaptable, with a focus is on student’s individual needs and interests.
Cabinetry: Nathan from Cabinetry-in-Schools ran an inspiring session where he shared his expertise in working with wood and design while emphasizing the critical role of precision and accuracy used in the construction industry. The diversity of career opportunities available through the trades sector was highlighted in this fun and fast-paced workshop. Students left the session not only with a deeper understanding of the industry but also with a sense of accomplishment, having completed a personalised take-home project. These projects showcased their artistic creativity and newly honed woodworking skills, leaving them both proud and motivated.
Rigging: Aidan from All Directions Performance and Rigging introduced the students to the dynamic high-energy industry of professional rigging and the widespread career opportunities to which it can lead. In his workshop, Aidan explained how pulleys, levers, and other lifting systems work, how mathematics such as calculating weight distribution and distance measurement play a large role in the industry, and how safety awareness, being clear with communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to perform physical tasks are necessary for this career pathway.
Hospitality: Bonnie engaged the students in a fun role playing workshop which introduced the students to the enormous potential of the hospitality industry. The students engaged the high-paced activities that simulating a busy café environment. They learned how to use customer service skills in a professional manner and the importance of working within a team. Additionally, they explored the art of coffee making, adding an exciting element to their experience.
Thank you for welcoming us into your schools! It was a privilege to work with you during our workshops. We hope you enjoyed the fun and engaging hands-on activities, which aimed to inspire you to explore future career pathways and training opportunities.
