Intermediate VCAL students were invited to step outside of their comfort zones and reach new heights on an excursion to the Trees Adventure Park in Belgrave last week. Students were challenged to overcome their fear of heights and complete rigorous physical challenges that tested their courage and endurance. Many soared through the forest on flying foxes and took on a series of thrilling challenges and demanding ropes courses while 25 metres in the air and between enormous 150-year-old Algerian oak trees.
The excursion was part of a unit on leadership, in which students explore the characteristics of people in leadership roles. They distinguish between different leadership styles and identify methods for motivating others. To reflect on their own leadership styles they are encouraged to identify interpersonal skills that are used by people in leadership roles and identify the responsibilities of a leader.
Now that students have had the opportunity to experience this challenging program, it is up to them to apply what they have learned on the next exciting part of their VCAL journey — the Personal Best Projects. Good luck, Intermediate VCAL students!
