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Finigan School of Distance Education Term 2 Week 2

Welcome to Term 2 Week 2

What's in this week's Connect

  • Student Attendance Reminder
  • Mini School: Save the Date
  • Library News
  • Student Work
  • Term 2 eSafety Parents & Carers Webinars
  • Careers
  • Scholarships
  • University Information & Open Days
  • Learning & Wellbeing Coaches 2026
  • Wellbeing links

We would love to hear from you. If have something to share in our school newsletter please email it to: finigansde@det.nsw.edu.au

Student Attendance Reminder

Class rolls are marked at morning check-in and in every live lesson. Students must be sighted by the teacher, via their webcam, to be marked as present. We ask supervisors to refer to the information below for attendance expectations.   Home-based students

  • Attendance at morning check-in and all live lessons is required.

Travelling students - Australia

  • Attendance at morning check-in and all live lessons is recommended
  • If your student does not attend morning check-in, please ensure they check-in daily by 9:15 (your local time) using the Attendance Link provided at enrolment.

Travelling students - Overseas

  • Check-in daily by 9:15am (your local time) using the Attendance Link and script provided at enrolment.

For absences, the supervisor must:

  • Notify the school for any morning check-in or any live lesson absence as soon as possible.
  • Ensure a reason is provided within 7 days, as required under legislation.

Absences can be notified via: https://bit.ly/3MsncYs or by contacting the school by phone or email.

Supervisors will:

  • Be notified of any absence from check-in or live lesson via SMS message.
  • Receive an email of any unexplained daily absences at the end of each day.
  • Receive a follow up email for any absences that are still unexplained, requesting an explanation.

Mini School: Save the Date

Library News

Year 12 single-course student, Phoebe answered the call to send in a photo of her reading. What a way to kick back, Phoebe! 💖

Student Work

Year 9 & 10 Textiles

Stage 5 students have created some beautiful bags in their textiles class.

Term 2 eSafety Parents & Carers Webinars

Webinars for parents run by the eSafety Commissioner are held throughout Term 2. Go to the eSafety Commissioner website to find out more or register for a free webinar.

Careers

Where Chemistry can take you

Choosing chemistry isn’t just about the subject itself, it’s about the options it can open up later on. From health and science to industry and technology, it connects to more careers than you might expect.

Strange Australian jobs that really exist

Some jobs sound like they’ve been made up for a TV show, but they’re real roles people do every day across Australia. Looking at a few of them can shift how you think about what a career can actually look like.

Alternative pathways to university

Afraid you won’t be able to get into the course of your dreams? There’s always a way – consider taking an alternative pathway to university.

Jobs in the Material World

Curious about careers that shape what things are made from and what happens with we’re done with them? These jobs in the Material World might be worth exploring.

Top 5 interview tips

Check out these 5 tips that can help you feel more confident going into your next interview.

What are microcredentials?

Micro credentials are short, focused courses that help you build skills fast. Here’s everything you need to know.

Environmental Health Officer

Scholarships

Tradeswomen Australia 2026 Scholarship Program

Tradeswomen Australia want to help women and gender diverse apprentices and trainees to understand: What scholarships are available, and what is provided within the scholarship?

University of Sydney Chancellor’s Award

This scholarship is awarded to school-leavers with an outstanding performance in high school. This scholarship is valued at $10,000 per annum for the duration of an undergraduate degree (including combined undergraduate degrees). It can be deferred for up to two years. Recipients will also receive priority access to student accommodations.   Find a Scholarship HERE

ANU Changing Futures Scholarship

Each year the Australian National University may offer a number of scholarships known as the ANU Changing Futures Scholarship. The objective is to provide financial support to students who have faced challenges so they may pursue their studies at ANU. Funding has been provided by the University. Applications close 8 May, 2026. ANU Changing Futures Scholarship – Study Work Grow

Scholarships to Study at the Melbourne Institute of Massage & Myotherapy

The Melbourne Institute of Massage and Myotherapy provides scholarships for students looking to study Remedial Massage and Massage Therapy. Click HERE to find out more.

Bria Joyce Scholarships to Cover Transport Costs for Education Related Travel

The BusCharter Student Access Scholarship was established in 2022 to help Australian students who face transport challenges in accessing their education. Click HERE to find out more.

Interested in finding out what else is out there in the way of Scholarships?

Other Scholarships

University Information & Open Days

ANU – Direct Entry applications open 11 March 2026 (for 2027 study)

Students can begin applying directly to the Australian National University (ANU) through the ANU Direct Entry Scheme as of 11 March 2026. Applications are free and include applying for academic admission, accommodation and scholarships in the one application. Early offers will be released in September using Year 11 or equivalent results and adjustment factors to calculate your ANU selection rank. Students who receive an early offer will need to complete their final year and obtain an ATAR or equivalent.

Resources for Students

The Importance of a USI - A Unique Student Identifier (USI) is a student’s education number for life. All students undertaking nationally recognised training such as VET or a First Aid course, must have a USI to get their certificate. Higher education students need it to access a Commonwealth Supported Place, HELP loans and to graduate. Students can create their USI in under 5 minutes using their ID. For more information visit www.usi.gov.au or email stakeholders@usi.gov.au.

Learning & Wellbeing Coaches 2026

  • Primary - Emma Marmont
  • Year 7/8 - Michelle Hill
  • Year 9 - Mark Huynh & Kerrie McKinlay
  • Year 10 - Aamir Aftab & Tracey O'Leary
  • Year 11 - Dylan Wood
  • Year 12 - John Preston

Wellbeing links

To access the school counselling service students from year 6 to year 12 can self refer.

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