Events and awards
February
NT Board of Studies Awards
These annual awards are held in Alice Springs and Darwin to recognise Territory students for their academic excellence and hard work in their final school years.
ExitArt
Exit Art showcases artwork produced by Territory Year 12 visual art, craft and design students. The most outstanding works are selected for their excellence, innovation and creativity in a range of modes including painting, drawing, photography, ceramics, printmaking and digital presentations.
WorldSkills Northern Territory
WorldSkills competitions offer young Australians the chance to develop and improve their skills through challenging competitions, and to demonstrate the importance of pride, dignity and self esteem in each individuals work. Winners of the regional competitions can travel and compete at a national level.
August
Careers Expo
Careers Expo offers career information and pathways advice to students. Exhibitors include Territory-wide and interstate employers, training providers, government departments and education organisations.
September
Northern Territory Training Awards
These annual awards honour the top apprentices, trainees, vocational students, Indigenous students, employers, schools, training providers and other people and organisations committed to training.
Try'a Trade
WorldSkills Northern Territory Try'a Trade enables Year 9 students to 'have-a-go' at various skill and trade occupations.
Engaging with Asia Week
Engaging with Asia Week encourages schools to acknowledge, celebrate, and build links with Asian cultures and societies.
Education Week
Education Week is a time for people across the Territory to celebrate teaching and learning in our schools. It includes:
- National Literacy and Numeracy Week
- Chief Minister's Literacy Achievement Awards
- Adult Learners Week (1-8 September)
October
Northern Territory Teacher Excellence Awards
The Teaching in the Territory Excellence Awards recognise excellence in achieving significantly improved outcomes for Territory students by outstanding government school teachers, teams principals, support staff and schools.
World Teachers' Day
On World Teachers' Day, Northern Territory students, parents, school staff and the wider community join forces to celebrate the efforts and achievements of Territory teachers.
November
Youth Business Awards
These awards recognise student achievements in the area of small business enterprise. The awards are open to all Northern Territory Certificate of Education students.