This Playbook was designed to help ensure Award Centres and participants are set up for success. This Playbook will guide you through the elements necessary to deliver the Award within your school, tailored for the academic year. With a clear emphasis on delivery, you can confidently lead your participants towards completing their Award, setting them up for future success.
The AJ Navigator is the main resource to help you navigate the AJ.
With our Award Delivery Playbook, you’re not just implementing a program – you’re helping participants embark on a journey of transformation. Join us in empowering youth to unlock their potential, achieve their goals, and become future leaders!
Pre reading material: School Activities Implementation Guide
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September to October: Set up
Welcome to the exciting launch phase of your Award Centre journey! Let’s ensure a smooth start by leveraging the resources and support at your disposal as you set the stage for a rewarding and transformative experience ahead. Remember, you’re not alone on this journey – we’re here to support you every step of the way.
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November-February: Midpoint Milestones
As we progress through the November to February phase, our focus shifts towards closely monitoring participant engagement, reviewing, and adjusting goals, and setting the stage for future success. This period is crucial for ensuring participants remain committed to their chosen activities, aiming to support participants in overcoming challenges and celebrating achievements thus far.
Additionally, preparing participants for the next half of their journey ensures sustained motivation. This section outlines the key actions and checkpoints necessary for maintaining momentum and fostering continuous growth during this pivotal time.
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March: Continue Monitoring Progress and Initiate Award Submission
As you move into March, your focus remains on monitoring participant progress and ensuring they stay on track for completion in June. This phase emphasizes ongoing support and guidance to ensure every participant can successfully complete their Award.
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April: Wrap-Up and Prepare for Celebration Planning
As your participants draw near to their conclusion of their journey with the Award, it’s a time for celebration. This phase is dedicated to honouring the perseverance, achievements, and personal growth each participant has demonstrated.
In planning your celebration, aim to highlight the individual and collective milestones achieved that allow everyone’s experiences to be shared. This celebration is not just an end, but a bridge to future adventures, encouraging participants to reflect on their learnings and how they can be applied in their continuing journey of self-discovery and development.
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May-June: Complete Award Celebration Planning and Celebrate Participant Achievements!
In May, you finalize celebration planning, ensuring every detail is in place for a seamless and memorable event. Let’s ensure that participants and attendees alike have an unforgettable experience as you celebrate their accomplishments!
In June, you come together to celebrate participants’ Award journeys. Let’s recognize their achievements, express gratitude to the Award Centre team, and acknowledge the impact of this transformative experience.
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This moment serves as an opportunity for participants to ascent to the next level of their Award journey. Let’s ensure the celebration is not only a memorable acknowledgement of achievements but also an opportunity to highlight the path forward. It’s time to recognize the bonds formed, the lessons learned, and to step boldly towards new horizons, with the Silver Award beckoning as the next adventure.