This document outlines a strategy to engage at-risk students through a vocational education and training program. The program would involve students spending one day per week in the workplace, three days per week at school, and one day per week at Victoria University. It would run for 10 weeks and focus on developing students' literacy, numeracy, and employment skills. Core units would include communication, customer service, and workplace health and safety. The strategy aims to create relevance for students, empower their support networks, and foster ongoing skills through industry relationships to improve engagement, attendance and long-term outcomes.