School Transition & Aspiration Programs

School transition programs including Dream Seeds and Branch Out Mentoring provide much-needed support for rural and regional young people. These programs, delivered by young people, are a tool to build life skills, and prepare young people for transitional phases in their education and life.

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ASPIRATION • RESILIENCE • CONNECTION

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What is Dream Seeds?

Research shows that some young rural Victorians face barriers to education, participation and developing aspiration. Young people need to  develop a sense of aspiration by the time they reach high school if they are to fully engage in learning and reach their potential.

Dream Seeds is a workshop created by Youthrive Victoria Alumni to help build aspiration and ease transition to secondary school.

The workshop developed for Year 5 and 6 students aims to show young people that they have the capacity to be the leaders of their own lives, irrespective of their circumstances. The program is focused around three main pillars: aspiration, resilience and connection. Original activities and games build knowledge and skills to help young people create a personal vision and practical pathways to positive futures.

Youthrive Victoria Alumni who have themselves grown up in rural Victoria facilitate the workshop and share their experiences with the primary students.

What is Branch Out Mentoring?

Branch Out Mentoring is a peer-to-peer transition program designed for Year 12 students. It aims to support you on your journey from high school to further education, vocational training, or the workforce.

In this program, you’ll be placed in small groups and paired with recent rural high school graduates who will be your mentors. The program runs from terms 1-3, offering flexible delivery options and tailored sessions to fit your needs and interests.

Consisting of eight sessions spread across the year, the content is customized based on your preferences and the challenges you face. Topics covered include:

  1. Organisational skills
  2. Managing stress
  3. Exam preparation
  4. Writing skills for scholarships
  5. Alternative pathways
  6. Resilience
  7. Transitioning into post-high school life
Join Branch Out Mentoring to gain valuable insights and skills that will help you navigate your next steps with confidence.
DreamSeeds team member and participant working together on a card on the ground.
DreamSeeds team members explaining a card that says "creativity".
DreamSeeds participants doing the puzzle activity.
DreamSeeds team in captivating conversation with two primary students.
DreamSeeds team member with primary school student.
DreamSeeds team with primary school kids.

‘I could be myself… I don’t think it could be improved, it’s unique and special’

STUDENT PARTICIPANT

‘It was very effective. The students remained engaged throughout the whole session.’

TEACHER

‘The presenters had a clear understanding of what they were talking about.’

TEACHER

‘It’s fabulous!’

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‘The program was delivered very well.’

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