With the belief that every person has the ability to be a champion within themselves, students are called to action and set on a journey to be the best version of themselves. Student embark on a journey of self-reflection and self-esteem by driving their own metaphoric ‘train’ and collecting ‘carriages’(personal life skills) along the way. STEAMing along through various challenges, students will be stopping at all stations endeavouring to arrive at a destination of improved understanding of self. Through the Camp Champion program principles of co-operation, communication, persistence, respect and reflective thinking, students will challenge themselves with a confronting physical challenge (hike or canoe expedition) conquer fears on the high ropes, work collaboratively in team building activities and design and build a water tight raft. Using elements from the Australian Curriculum – General Capabilities -Personal and Social Capability continuum - the program targets opportunities for students to recognise emotions, become confident and resilient, appreciate diverse perspectives, work collaboratively and develop reflective practices. Throughout the journey, students are designated a team to support and encourage them throughout their journey. Individual success is measured by their own ability to critically self-reflect upon their journey to acquire their reward.
Duration: 4-5 days (3-4 nights)
Curriculum Intent
General capabilities
Personal and social capability
The key ideas for Personal and Social Capability are organised into four interrelated elements in the learning continuum. These include self-awareness, self-management, social awareness and social management. These are the program targets for year 6 students at level 4 of the Learning Continuum of Personal and Social Capabilities.
Self-awareness
o Recognise emotions recognise personal qualities and achievements and develop reflective practices
Self-management
o Express emotions appropriately, develop self-discipline and set goals, work independently and show initiative and become confident, resilient and adaptable
Social awareness
o Appreciate diverse perspectives
Social management
o Communicate effectively, work collaboratively, make decisions and negotiate and resolve conflict
Critical and creative thinking
In the Australian Curriculum, students develop capability in critical and creative thinking as they learn to generate and evaluate knowledge, clarify concepts and ideas, seek possibilities, consider alternatives and solve problems. These are the program targets for year 6 students at level 4 of the Learning Continuum of Critical and Creative Thinking.
Inquiry – identifying, exploring and organising information and ideas
o Pose questions
Reflecting on thinking and processes
o Reflect on processes
Cross curriculum priorities
Sustainability
• OI.2 All life forms, including human life, are connected through ecosystems on which they depend for their wellbeing and survival
• OI.7 Actions for a more sustainable future reflect values of care, respect and responsibility, and require us to explore and understand environments.
Learning Intentions:
WHAT… are we learning?
o A champion is someone who can develop and build upon their personal and social awareness. They are able to recognise their emotions, work together in a team, show resilience and persistence during difficult times, set goals and reflect upon experiences.
WHY … are we learning this?
o Teamwork is important not only in childhood, but it also plays an important role in helping you succeed as an adult. These fundamental life skills of teambuilding assist you in becoming an active citizen throughout your life and build your capacity to be a great leader.
You can either- give up, give in or give it all you got!
HOW … will you know you’re successful Champion?
I can…
o Consider my attitude and behaviour
o Create a positive frame of thinking
o Work collaboratively
o Be resilient and persevere
o Set goals
o Reflect on my actions
Catering: External caterers supply, cook and serve food