Kenmore SHS Youth Leadership Program, sponsored by Kenmore Village
The Rotary Club of Kenmore has partnered with the Kenmore State High School to deliver a Youth Leadership for Life Program for students in Years 8 and 11. The Program is being offered to interested students in Year 8 starting in Term 1, over a period of eight to ten weeks and to Year 11 students over a period of five weeks in Term 2. Each session will occur in the 45-minute second break.
The Program aims for students to consider their personal leadership journey through the development of transferable skills and identifying a set of personal values that define their personal leadership style. After development of these skills and values, students will be able to apply their skills through a variety of activities that allow for self-reflection and encourage a cycle of refinement.
The weekly 50-minute facilitated sessions that encourages group interaction and demonstration of skills. Facilitated sessions include guest facilitators such as community leaders and KSHS alumni who have demonstrated strong community leadership. Participants, in small groups, may be paired with mentors or coaches who can provide guidance, support, and feedback. Weekly self-study is provided so participants can complete various tasks and prepare for facilitated sessions. The self-study will assist participants in reflection, evaluation and feedback mechanisms developing self-assessment skills to measure progress, identify areas for improvement, and continuously refine their leadership abilities.
The Year 8 students will participate in nine weekly sessions and will be joined by the Year 11 students in the last five weekly sessions. Generally, students have self-selected to participate in the program based on collateral provided and teacher encouragement. Teacher encouragement is central to participation being equitable across all streams and gender. Program enrolment will be capped at 50 students, with the understanding that if demand outstrips this, all efforts will be made to accommodate those wishing to participate.
