WILDSIDE Student Leadership Program
Last Updated on Friday, 12 June 2009 13:25
“WILDSIDE” is an innovative program grown from a partnership between EACH, Victoria Police and EMR Options (DEECD). The program aims to:
- To allow at-risk young people to make positive life choices and set realistic goals.
- To practise and develop social, physical and leadership skills in a safe and supportive environment.
- To provide an opportunity for at-risk students to remain engaged in education.
- To provide opportunities for at-risk young people to connect with, and display leadership in, their local community.
The program will cater for 10-12 students and will comprise of 1 day / fortnight (Fridays) in Term 3, building to 1 day per week in Term 4 with a 10 day journey in early November. All inclusive, the Wildside program will involve around 22 full days out from the home school, either at Leaps and Bounds Challenge Ropes Course, on activities or undergoing the wilderness journey.
There will be a school contribution cost of $400 per placement. There will also be the avenue for students to generate funds and contribute to the program and therefore there is no anticipated cost involved from families.
Our selection criteria will take into account the following:
- Students enrolled in, and referral supported by, EMR Government Secondary School and at-risk of homelessness and disengaged from community and education.
- Willingness to participate fully in all aspects of the program, including working with teachers, police and wilderness therapists.
- Ability to contribute in a positive way to the program and group dynamics.
- Being able to identify personal aims/goals from the program.
If you have any questions about the information night or the program in general, please ring Scott Jennens or Maurice Perry at Leaps and Bounds on (03) 9729 8935.
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EMR Options
Croydon Community School
ABN 11 076 433 537
PO Box 239
Croydon VIC 3136
Tel: (03) 9724 2900
Fax: (03) 9723 7286