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Exploring the Duke of Edinburgh Award

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Summary

In this episode of Chatting with Channing, the Duke of Edinburgh Award is explored through the insights of Ms. Yun, the program manager, and four Year 12 students. They discuss the importance of the award in building leadership, resilience, and essential life skills. The conversation covers the different levels of the award, the skills developed through participation, memorable experiences, and advice for future participants, highlighting the program's value in personal growth and teamwork.

Takeaways

  • The Duke of Edinburgh Award fosters teamwork and resilience.
  • Students often find themselves in unfamiliar groups, enhancing social skills.
  • The program includes various sections like expeditions and volunteering.
  • Resilience is a key quality developed through the challenges faced.
  • Gold award participants have a unique opportunity to visit Buckingham Palace.
  • Experiences during the award often lead to lasting memories and friendships.
  • Positive attitudes significantly enhance the experience of the program.
  • Learning practical skills like map reading is a valuable takeaway.
  • The program is recognised by organisations, enhancing students' applications.
  • Humour and camaraderie are essential in overcoming challenges during expeditions.

Channing School Online:

Facebook: www.facebook.com/channingschool

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/channing-school

Twitter: twitter.com/ChanningSchool

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Manage episode 462683418 series 3005109
Content provided by Channing School. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Channing School or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://ppacc.player.fm/legal.

Summary

In this episode of Chatting with Channing, the Duke of Edinburgh Award is explored through the insights of Ms. Yun, the program manager, and four Year 12 students. They discuss the importance of the award in building leadership, resilience, and essential life skills. The conversation covers the different levels of the award, the skills developed through participation, memorable experiences, and advice for future participants, highlighting the program's value in personal growth and teamwork.

Takeaways

  • The Duke of Edinburgh Award fosters teamwork and resilience.
  • Students often find themselves in unfamiliar groups, enhancing social skills.
  • The program includes various sections like expeditions and volunteering.
  • Resilience is a key quality developed through the challenges faced.
  • Gold award participants have a unique opportunity to visit Buckingham Palace.
  • Experiences during the award often lead to lasting memories and friendships.
  • Positive attitudes significantly enhance the experience of the program.
  • Learning practical skills like map reading is a valuable takeaway.
  • The program is recognised by organisations, enhancing students' applications.
  • Humour and camaraderie are essential in overcoming challenges during expeditions.

Channing School Online:

Facebook: www.facebook.com/channingschool

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/channing-school

Twitter: twitter.com/ChanningSchool

  continue reading

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