At Shellharbour Anglican College, we believe education is about more than academic success.
Young people need knowledge, skills and character in order to thrive at school – but also in the workplace and in life. We are intentionally helping them to develop all three through our new Learning for Hope framework.
“The Learning for Hope framework is built around three key areas: Being, Thinking and Connecting,” explains Miss Lisa Close, Coordinator of Professional Practice. “Within these three key areas are 12 learner ‘competencies’, including being curious, creative, courageous, adaptable, collaborative, reflective, grateful and servant-hearted.”
With a visual icon to represents each of the 12 learner competencies on display in every classroom, students have a shared language for learning and growth.
Throughout their lessons, students will see teachers making connections between what they are learning and the qualities they are developing. For example, in a Science lesson, the teacher may highlight students becoming Critical Thinkers, while a group project in Stage 2 may provide opportunities to grow in Creativity.
“These competencies reflect the qualities that universities, employers and communities increasingly value, people who can think deeply, work effectively with others, adapt to change, and contribute positively to the world around them,” says Miss Close.
Using the Learning for Hope framework is another way that staff at Shellharbour Anglican College work to form young people not only with strong academic foundations, but also as a people of character, purpose and hope, ready to make a meaningful difference in their community and beyond.
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