Notice to Schools 98 - 15 October 2026

Now open: 2026 nominations for Outstanding VCE Vocational Major Student Awards, Premier’s VCE Awards

Principals/Directors, School Leaders, and VCE VM Coordinators and teachers 

Nominations are now open for the Outstanding VCE VM Student Awards category within the Premier's VCE Awards. These awards recognise the achievements of high-performing young people who complete the VCE VM in 2026.

Up to 8 Outstanding VCE VM Student Awards will be awarded at the 2026 Premier's VCE Awards.

Suitable candidates for awards in this category will complete the VCE VM in 2026, having:

  • demonstrated excellence in their VCE VM programs
  • shown growth in their demonstration of employability skills
  • meaningfully explored and pursued their pathway options
  • made a positive impact within their community.

Action

Principals/Directors, please share this information with VCE VM Coordinators and teachers.

Critical dates

Tuesday 1 December: closing date for nominations

More information

For more information about the Outstanding VCE VM Student Awards in the 2026 Premier’s VCE Awards, or to nominate a student, visit Premier's VCE Awards.

email: vcaa@education.vic.gov.au