CATE—Career and Transition Education Association eNewsletter #11

Kia ora,

Welcome back to Term 3, the busiest term of the year with Halls of residence, university scholarship applications and subject selection. To help those who are new to the role, I am running a Zoom session on the Halls of Residence applications with details and a registration link below.

The industry-based webinars have been very popular, with the Air New Zealand session receiving over 200 views. This month we are highlighting the Aquaculture Industry—the New Zealand aquaculture industry exports to 81 countries, with annual sales of around $650 million and offers a variety of career opportunities. Please send the link below to students, whānau and other teaching staff to learn more about this industry.

Please note the date has changed for the Online Gateway Conference. We are keen to hear from members on what they want this day to look like.

Lunchtime Bytes start again on Friday, 28th July, with Jo Shaw from Timaru Girls High School, who will discuss the speed networking event in South Canterbury—details below.

See you online.

Ngā mihi,
Leigh Gray

Conference Updates
The CATE Conference 2023 Committee is calling for abstracts for this year's conference. Members love workshops which are run by experienced educators who have been working on the ground.

Abstracts may address any aspect of career education and guidance, and ideally align with at least one of the conference themes (please indicate which on your submission):

Reset—learning where we have come from, taking stock of where we are at
Recharge—rebuilding our connections, investing in well-being and professional development
Renew—setting a course and moving forward towards our ‘True North.’

If you wish to submit an abstract, please visit the Presentation Portal

Please click here to fill in the submission template (this will be uploaded during the Presentation Portal process). Abstracts must be submitted by 30th August 2023.

Kaiārahi Workshop 2023 “Joining the DOTS”
We are still taking registrations for the following regions below. The programme includes

An update to members on the initiatives from MOE and TEC, such as Career Systems Strategy, Tahatū, Career Education and Guidance Guidelines and NCEA Pathways.
Looking at progressive Career Education programmes through the year groups
Happenstance and Hope theory activities to support senior students in navigating the changing world we live in and the impact of unplanned events such as COVID and the weather events that have caused devastation in our community. (Gateway and Careers classes)
Labour Market/Capstone project-based learning unit (Gateway and Careers classes)
Joining the “DOTS” for juniors in career education
Pathway Mapping Tool and case studies where schools are connecting with industry from throughout the country. NELP 4 “Future of Learning and Work”.

Otago
Thursday 27th July, 9 am-3 pm
Business South Training Room, Level 3, Public Trust Building, 442 Moray Place

Auckland North
Wednesday 9th August, 9 am-3 pm
AUT, North Shore—Room AG127

Auckland South
Thursday 10th August, 9 am-3 pm
MIT Otara Campus—Tanoa Room

South Canterbury
Tuesday 29th August, 9 am-3 pm
Ara Te Pūkenga—Timaru

Canterbury/Westland
Wednesday 30th August, 9 am-3 pm
MOE Seminar Room

Northland
Monday 4th September, 9 am-3 pm
NorthTEC TBC

Lunchtime Bytes—Friday 28th July 12.30 pm
This term, we will focus on “good practice" models and ask members to contribute what has worked well for them at their school or within their region.

First up is Jo Shaw from Timaru Girls High School, South Canterbury, talking about the speed networking event to expose the students to a wide range of local industries, exciting them about their future pathways, and helping empower them to make informed and meaningful decisions. This was a joint initiative between South Canterbury CATE and our local Education to Employment Broker, who works for Venture Timaru (Economic Development Agency). It is an annual event; this year was the fifth time it has run.

Register here

Webinar—Careers in Aquaculture
Tuesday 15th August – 7 pm to 8.15 pm

Join Kirsten Norfield, Workforce Coordinator for Aquaculture New Zealand, for an engaging one-hour live webinar that will provide valuable insights into the extensive range of careers available within the New Zealand aquaculture industry. Hear from a diverse group of young professionals who are passionate about sharing their personal career journeys and unique experiences in the industry. There will be a Q&A session at the end to answer all your questions.

Register here

Gateway Online Conference
Please note this date has changed to Tuesday 12th September. We are looking for what you want to be included in this conference and who you would like to hear from. I have suggested some ideas in this link; please let me know what you think and what other ideas, presenters etc., you would like included in the online conference. Please indicate if you are interested in presenting, as the most valuable PD is from those doing it currently. The programme will be finalised, and registrations will be taken at the beginning of August.

Civil Construction Event
Civil Contractors are running two career events in Auckland on the 31st of August this year as part of their national conference. The event is at the Due Drop Centre in Manukau. The events involve speakers from the industry to connect with young folk and tell them about the industry's amazing career opportunities, Q&A sessions and then a chance to spend an hour on the exhibition hall floor where young people and their Career Advisors/Teachers interact with our exhibitors. There is a massive shortage of people in the sector, and Civil Contractors are keen to showcase the vast array of roles and opportunities that young people can access directly from school. Pencil in the date and email info@civiltrades.co.nz to register your interest.

Flyers attached below—
Flyer #1
Flyer #2

St Patrick’s Silverstream is seeking an innovative and forward-thinking head of careers and employment skills to develop, manage and administer effective career education and pathway programmes to meet the needs of students at all levels. The successful applicant will be expected to support the college's special Catholic and Marist character and be involved in extra-curricular activities.
The position carries 2MUs + 1MMA.

Find out more at this link: Job: HOD careers and employment skills at St Patrick's College (Silverstream) New Zealand (joblum.com)

CDANZ Conference
The Career Development Association of New Zealand (CDANZ) is excited to invite you to the CDANZ International Conference from 11-13 October 2023 at the Viaduct Events Centre in Tāmaki Makaurau, Auckland. Get ready to immerse yourself in a world of inspiration, networking and transformative experiences!

CDANZ believe in the power of connections, collaboration and community. That’s why this two-day conference is designed to help forge valuable relationships with industry peers and professionals, fostering a supportive network that will help propel your career to new heights.

The conference's overarching theme is; Ka mua, ka muri | Walking backwards into the future. The conference will explore innovative ways to shape your career and profession, honouring the past while embracing the boundless possibilities of the future. The theme will be supported by the three pillars of Tūhononga (Connection), Mahi Tahi (Collaboration), and Hapori (Community).

The conference programme continues to have new sessions added and promises to help fuel your professional growth. Already announced are keynote speakers Professor Tristram Hooley, Professor Jarrod Haar, Frances Valintine, Liane Hambly (virtual), Maulupeivao Dr Betty Ofe-Grant, and Jehan Casinader, who will be sharing their insights and wisdom with the audience. The programme is packed with engaging workshops, interactive sessions and thought-provoking panel discussions led by industry leaders and experts.

To view the programme, visit their website—https://www.cdanzconference.com/
Additionally, you can learn more about the speakers and their impressive accomplishments—https://www.cdanzconference.com/speakers