Our Day workshop at the local library aims to provide teenagers with a safe, supportive and inclusive environment to strengthen social connections in thier local area, share academic interests and engage in fun activities. Through interactive sessions and group discussions, students will develop new friendships, explore common interests, and enhance their emotional intelligence.
Daily Outline:
Morning Session (9:00 AM – 12:00 PM)
- Icebreaker Activities: Fun icebreaker games to help students get to know each other, find interesting similarities and differences and sharing fun ideas to one another.
- Academic Sharing Circle Game: Group discussion where students share their academic interests, goals, and challenges. Facilitated by the teacher, students will discuss topics ranging from favorite subjects to study tips.
- Creative Expression: Engaging activities such as art projects or creative writing exercises related to academic interests.
- Sports and Team-Building Activities: Team-building exercises to promote collaboration and teamwork. Get ready for a fun scavenger hunt around the library, research cool new sporting facts with your team and win prizes!
Lunch Break (12:00 PM – 1:00 PM)
Afternoon Session (1:00 PM – 3:00 PM)
- Scavenger Hunt Part 2! : Supervised by the teacher, students will participate in a scavenger hunt in the library, searching for clues related to academic topics. Prizes will be awarded to the winning team.
- Hobby Showcase: Students will have the opportunity to match thier hobbies and interests with a team member. whether it’s playing a musical instrument, photography, Maths, art or coding; An activity will be given to align with your interests. Working in pairs.
- Group Discussions: Facilitated discussions on topics such as mental health, coping with life situations, and building resilience.
- Reflection and Goal Setting Activity: Guided reflection on the day’s activities and setting personal goals for academic and social growth.
Outcomes:
- Increased social connections and friendships among teenagers with shared interests.
- Enhanced academic engagement and motivation through sharing academic interests and goals.
- Development of teamwork and communication skills through group activities and discussions.
- Improved emotional intelligence and self-awareness through reflection and discussion of personal experiences.
- Creation of a supportive peer network for ongoing support and encouragement.
Fun Activities:
- Icebreaker games
- Creative expression activities
- Outdoor sports and team-building exercises
- Scavenger hunt in the library with prizes
- Hobby showcase, Building friendships and sharing sessions
Emotional and Reflective Learning:
- Empathy: Through sharing experiences and listening to others, students will develop empathy and understanding towards their peers.
- Self-awareness: Guided reflection activities will encourage students to explore their own emotions, strengths, and areas for growth.
- Resilience: Discussions on coping with stress and challenges will help students build resilience and develop healthy coping strategies.
- Connection: By participating in fun activities and sharing hobbies and interests, students will feel a sense of connection and belonging with their peers.
- Growth Mindset: Encouragement to set personal goals and reflect on their progress will promote a growth mindset and a sense of achievement.
The “Connect & Grow” workshop provides teenagers with a supportive space to connect with peers, explore academic interests, and engage in fun activities. Under the guidance of their teacher, students will build positive and supportive friendships, share experiences, and develop valuable life skills that will support them in their academic and personal journeys.
Our Day workshop runs during school holidays and weekends only. Please contact us today to secure a spot for our next session!
