Branch out Mentoring
Branch Out Mentoring
Branch Out Mentoring is a peer-to-peer transition program designed for Year 12 students. It aims to support you on your journey from high school to further education, vocational training, or the workforce.
In this program, you’ll be placed in small groups and paired with recent rural high school graduates who will be your mentors. The program runs from terms 1-3, offering flexible delivery options and tailored sessions to fit your needs and interests.
Consisting of eight sessions spread across the year, the content is customized based on your preferences and the challenges you face. Topics covered include:
- Organisational skills
- Managing stress
- Exam preparation
- Writing skills for scholarships
- Alternative pathways
- Resilience
- Transitioning into post-high school life
Join Branch Out Mentoring to gain valuable insights and skills that will help you navigate your next steps with confidence.
Helpful tips!
Check out super easy recipes, life hacks and advice from young people across Victoria!
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What’s it like to be a student in higher education?
Through this resource, you will hear from mentors and Youthrive Victoria Alumni describing their personal experiences in higher education. They will provide some advice about seeking further study, and what a typical day in their uni life looks like!
These stories will give you brief insight into what your experience could look like, and hopefully inspire you to pursue your passions in higher education.
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Before you apply for a scholarship
Check relevance & if you are eligible. Carefully reading the selection criteria will help you with this.
Create a checklist of scholarships, note down when the applications open and close. Check off once you have applied and note down when they will be notifying successful applicants
Youthrive Victoria offer both TAFE and University scholarships you may be eligible for
More scholarships can be found on our opportunities page.
Helpful tips when applying for a scholarship.
Read questions & prepare answers – save them for future applications but ensure the responses are tailored to each question!
Think about the scholarship you are applying for and the ways that you align with the organization
Be aware & gather supporting documents
Be honest and deeply consider your motivations for why/what you are studying.
BE YOURSELF!
Proofing your work – get someone to proof-read it, read out loud or use programs like Grammarly
GOOD LUCK!
Some tips from past year 12 students
Get organised
Keep a diary, look ahead at what is happening each term and note down due dates for assignments, in class assessments and exams. Us this to plan you weeks and days and spread out you homework and study load.
When studying
Take breaks – don’t just go on tiktok, get outside, do something you enjoy.
Stay active! Its easy to accidently sit for hours at a time but regular breaks for physical activity (be is a walk around the block or playing a team sport will help you be more productive.
Set some boundaries. No one can study 24 hours a day! What are the times you are going to keep for yourself?
The Night before an Exam
Be organised , know the time & location of the exam
Have your bag packed & pencil case sorted & know what you can/can not have with you in the exam
Do something relaxing (watch a movie, have a bath)
Sleep! Resting is one of the best things you can do to increase you alertness and brain function before an exam