Webinar
Supporting your child get the most out of TY
This presentation is designed to both inform and empower parents. It will explain the Transition year programme, provide supports and tips to help parents engage their child in the unique opportunities Transition year offers and links to future pathways.
The Content
- Purpose of Transition Year
- Supporting student attendance
- Exploring TY work experience and it's unique opportunities
- Explore your students 'personal portfolio'
- Discuss friendships and engagement in activities
This webinar is designed for parents who children are starting or have started transition year.
Transition year brings about unique opportunities for students to explore other skillset they have yet had the opportunity to explore. Parents play a key role in motivating their child and encouraging engagement in such activities.
It's understandable anything new can be daunting, but transition year provides unique opportunities for students to build their self-esteem which is essential when it comes to exploring future opportunities after school.
Transition year brings about unique opportunities for students to explore other skillset they have yet had the opportunity to explore. Parents play a key role in motivating their child and encouraging engagement in such activities.
It's understandable anything new can be daunting, but transition year provides unique opportunities for students to build their self-esteem which is essential when it comes to exploring future opportunities after school.
Course Lessons
Content
Meet the facilitator
Ger Robbinson
Since 2013, Ger has been an integral part of The Super Generation team, contributing to the delivery of impactful seminar content. Through completing his PhD in Philosophy at UCD, Ger recognises the crucial role of self-discipline and work ethic in achieving academic success. His focus is on empowering students to unlock their potential and reach their goals in all areas of life. Driven by a deep belief in the transformative power of education, Ger is passionate about helping students to cultivate the right mindset. He has seen how raising awareness of this can lead to meaningful change. For Ger, teaching is a collaborative effort, where he gains as much from his students and colleagues as they do from him.
Patrick Jones - Course author
