IGNITE PROGRAM 2022

Physical Activity

“Ignite has pushed me out of my comfort zone, I did cave crawling which I would never usually do but with persistence and encouragement of my friends I achieved my goal.” Rosie

Earlier this year, St Hilda’s and Scotch College were delighted to announce a partnership for the launch of the Ignite Awards program for our Year 5 cohorts.

Over the course of the year, the students have been participating in this unique program of discovery. Similar in nature to the Duke of Edinburgh, to achieve any level of the Ignite Award, students are asked to set goals and work towards them across four disciplines as follows.

Physical Activity

This could include the sporting commitments students undertake at school or in their community clubs.

Hobby

An organised activity outside of school hours or something the student takes part in at home.

IGNITE PROGRAM 2022

Volunteering

Fundraising in the community.

Adventure Activity

Such as trekking or walking. The students have been busy this semester working on their portfolios both in the classroom and during their spare time.

Students from both schools have had the opportunity to come together twice this year for team building activities. This has been a real highlight of the program, as it allows the students to meet new people, build on their confidence and increase their independence and leadership skills.

The Ignite Award is a great tool for young people in their transition to Senior School, and St Hilda’s and Scotch College look forward to continuing this partnership going forward.