BUILDING A PARTNERSHIP THAT SUPPORTS YOUR STUDENTS AND SCHOOL TO THRIVE

  • For secondary schools who are committed to improving the wellbeing of their young people
  • Upskill school staff to deliver the 52-hour Accelerate Personal Leadership Program
  • Evidence-based program with 32 practical tools that develop skills and strategies of Year 10 students in areas of wellbeing, resilience & leadership

Frequently Asked Questions

ACCELERATE PERSONAL LEADERSHIP PROGRAM FRAMEWORK & OUTLINE

The 4 Big Decisions are the fundamental component of our program:

DECIDE TO BE HAPPY
DECIDE TO BE HAPPY
  • Focus on long-term happiness
  • Make the best of your current situation
  • Acknowledge your strengths, affirm yourself, and express gratitude
DECIDE TO GOAL PLAN
DECIDE TO GOAL PLAN
  • Set long-term goals and break them down into achievable steps
  • Find your purpose and increase perseverance and motivation
DECIDE TO SEND STARS
DECIDE TO SEND STARS
  • Use positive communication
  • Improve the quality of your communication, relationships, confidence, and success
DECIDE TO GROW
DECIDE TO GROW
  • Step out of your comfort zone
  • Try a new perspective or action to help you achieve your goals
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HOW THE PROGRAM IS DELIVERED IN YOUR SCHOOL

  • Delivered one day per week over 8 weeks, or half day per week over a semester
  • Designed for Year 10 students with a cohort of 18 to 20 participants
  • Can be hosted offsite without uniforms and with flexible breaks
  • Delivered by two (or three depending on cohort size) trainers through a licensed model
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ACCELERATE PERSONAL LEADERSHIP PROGRAM GRADUATES REPORTED

are taking more responsibility for making things happen in their lives
improved their communication skills
are collaborating better with others

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Resourcing Accelerate

The program addresses teacher shortage and over-burdened staff by training local service staff to assist schools. This may include teachers, SSOs, or Youth Workers, depending on their duty of care. The program’s focus on engagement, happiness, and optimism among students contributes to a more positive classroom environment, ultimately alleviating the burden on teachers and reducing behaviour issues.

In 2024, the program aims to establish a long-term partnership with your school. The cost includes comprehensive support, including program evaluation, resources, and trainer support. YO also collaborates with the school to seek financial support from various sources. This approach is designed to ensure a strong and mutually beneficial partnership.

A change of scene from their regular classrooms is recommended although it is not mandatory. You could look for alternatives like local clubs, libraries, or council chambers can be considered.

Schools are encouraged to evaluate their existing programs by assessing their effectiveness and alignment with their challenges. If current programs are successful, the school might consider delivering YO’s Accelerate to a different age group, enhancing the overall provision of leadership programs to meet specific school needs.

Delivery Format

The program runs for 8 weeks, one day a week, preferably off-site (at a place near shops or kitchen for lunch), with flexible break times.

Staff training is provided at no cost delivered during two full days locally and includes weekly community practice calls.

Staff need approximately 10 hours of preparation per week. This includes 6.5 hours for program delivery, 30-45 minutes for using the learning platform, 45 minutes for trainer meetings, 1 hour for follow-up tasks, and 1 hour for Teams Calls.

Support includes Teams Calls, individual coaching calls, a discussion forum, and access to teaching resources.

The program has been thoughtfully designed to address this concern. Each day of the program comes with a detailed plan outlining the tools and activities to be delivered. Additionally, the Moodle Resource offers individual session plans for each activity, making it easier for staff to use preprepared session plans rather than creating them from scratch.

Students

The program focuses on personal leadership, which is valuable for all students, including high achievers. It provides an opportunity for them to learn new skills and refine existing ones, such as goal planning, organizing, and developing positive habits for future success.

Research results indicate that students who participate in the program are not worse off, and in fact, they often show improvements by term 1 or term 2. The program helps these students by teaching them valuable skills such as planning assessments and seeking support, ultimately leading to increased engagement. For disengaged students, this program provides an opportunity to consider their future, evaluate aspirations, and set goals, which can be highly beneficial.

With the right trainers and environment, individual buy-in can ensure students attend and benefit from the program.

This program stands out in several ways:

  • Over 25 years, it has supported more than 15,650 young Australians, empowering them to take control of their lives and make positive contributions to their communities.
  • It offers comprehensive wraparound services, benefiting both the school and the community, including initiatives like parent engagement and staff professional development.
  • The program provides one-on-one coaching sessions is firmly grounded in evidence-based practices, and undergoes regular evaluations to track its impact.
  • Students engage with 40 tools that help them develop practical skills in areas such as wellbeing, resilience, enterprise, and leadership.