Old Grammarians Return to Inspire Future Pathways
As part of the Year 10 Futures festival, a group of recent Old Grammarians came along to share their career journeys and insights with current students.
The OG Careers Panel was held at Melbourne's State Library, where two Year 10 students hosted the session, guiding the conversation and leading a Q&A with the panel members.
During the discussion, panel members reflected on their experiences since leaving school, the pathways they have pursued, and the highlights of their current roles. Students had the opportunity to hear firsthand about the decisions, challenges, and opportunities that have shaped each speaker's journey.
This year's panel features:
- Tilly Davidson (Class of 2024)
- Archie Williamson (Class of 2024)
- Hetti Jones (Class of 2023)
- Sarah Hanmer (Class of 2023)
The Careers Panel formed an important part of the Year 10 Futures City Experience, a two-day Melbourne-based program focused on career exploration and future planning.
Throughout the experience, students visit the Victorian Careers Show, tour the University of Melbourne, and spend time at tertiary institutions of their choice, including both Higher Education (HE) and Vocational Education and Training (VET) providers. These visits provide valuable insights into the wide range of pathways available after school and help students begin considering their future study and career options.
A key purpose of the Futures City Experience is to encourage students to explore potential career pathways while gaining a deeper understanding of the skills, qualifications, and experiences that can help them achieve their goals. Hearing from Old Grammarians who have recently navigated the transition from school to further study and employment provides students with relatable perspectives and practical advice.
By sharing their stories, the panel members offered valuable guidance on researching career pathways, embracing unexpected twists and turns, and making the most of opportunities along the way. Their experiences serve as a reminder that there is no single path to success and that curiosity, resilience, and a willingness to learn can open many doors.
The Futures Festival continues to be a highlight of the Year 10 program, equipping students with the knowledge and confidence to begin shaping their futures.
A special thank you to our wonderful Old Grammarians for generously giving their time and supporting our students.
The two-day Futures City Experience is coordinated by Jill Coote (Class of 1980), Round Square Coordinator and Head of Careers. Jill's passion for student development and career education continues to provide meaningful opportunities for students to explore their options, connect with alumni, and gain valuable insights into life beyond school.
Acknowledgement of Country
Ballarat and Queen’s Anglican Grammar School acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we learn, live and work, the Wadawurrung People, and recognises their continuing connection to the land and waterways. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend this to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People.
Commitment to Child Safety
Ballarat Grammar maintains a zero-tolerance approach to all forms of child abuse and actively implements measures to identify and manage any risks of harm to students within our school environment. The care, safety and wellbeing of children and young people are central and fundamental responsibilities of the School. We are firmly committed to fostering a child-safe culture that provides an environment where students are safe and feel safe, where their participation is valued, their views respected, and their voices heard in decisions that affect their lives. Ballarat Grammar values diversity and strictly prohibits any racist or discriminatory practices. All members of our school community share the responsibility to care for children and young people by promptly raising any concerns regarding their safety, promoting their wellbeing, and protecting them from all forms of harm or abuse.
