SPARK

Description

Skills, Positive Wellbeing, Attitudes, Respectful Relationships & Knowledge

SPARK focuses on explicitly teaching the LSC Effective Learner attitudes, skills and knowledge, as well as Respectful Relationships, positive wellbeing, and Careers. Students develop their understanding of the importance of growth mindsets, unpack how the brain learns, and reflect on their character and skill strengths throughout the Semester and apply them to a vocational setting.

Unit Topics

• LSC Effective Learner Attitudes
• LSC Effective Learner Attitudes
• Personal Learning
• Respectful Relationships
• Positive Wellbeing
• Careers

Skill Development

• Research skills and practices
• Leadership, teamwork, collaboration, cooperation, effective communication
• Creativity, curiosity, imagination, innovation, personal expression
• Perseverance, self-direction, planning, self-discipline, adaptability, initiative
• Self-assessment and reflection

Possible Assessment Tasks

Students are involved in many tasks over the year involving the above skills, knowledge and attitudes. The Common Assessment Tasks for Y9 SPARK are careers focussed, with students learning how to write a job application cover letter and develop a resume. As well as these two assessment tasks students will also complete a careers research project.

Activities/Camps/Excursions

Some activities and excursions are arranged in line with the Spark and/or Careers curriculum.

Career Options

The Spark curriculum is designed to enhance students essential skills and wellbeing as well as deepen their understanding of the attitudes and skills to become successful at school and in their future careers.