Allegra School - Community Week Sparks Creativity and Builds Practical Skills

Community Week Sparks Creativity and Builds Practical Skills

At Allegra School Coffs Harbour we understand a little extra support, flexible learning opportunities in small classes and an environment free from prejudice can make a significant impact to a student's confidence, wellbeing and overall school experience.Allegra is a safe learning space for students who find studying and socialising in mainstream schools challenging. We welcome young people struggling with anxiety, depression or trauma, with neurodiversity (on the spectrum) or learning difficulties, who have experienced bullying or who identify as part of the rainbow community.

We believe a small school, makes a big difference. Allegra offers small classes in an adult learning environment. We prioritise personal growth, respectful relationships and instilling a sense of belonging. Allegra offers an inclusive and flexible learning environment tailored to support students in Years 9 & 10. The subjects are the same, it's the delivery that is different. Our goal is to provide young people with the opportunity to realise their potential on both academic and personal levels.

We are not an easy alternative. We are an opportunity to reset, reinvent and refresh your academic and personal goals and provide a support network to assist you working towards those goals. Our students are carefully selected, those willing to commit to bettering themselves while being supportive of others are more likely to be enrolled.While Allegra has a range of support services to assist students with barriers to learning, we do not offer one-on-one behaviour intervention or high levels of behaviour modification.

As an independent school we are a member of the Association of Independent Schools of NSW and our aim is to offer all eligible young people the chance to grow and mature while undertaking their high school education in a safe and supportive environment. At Allegra we seek to include those young people whose lives may be complicated, challenging or require a particular understanding in order to achieve success.
Community Week Sparks Creativity and Builds Practical Skills
Date:
November 29, 2024
Community Week Sparks Creativity and Builds Practical Skills

Students at Allegra had the incredible opportunity to participate in Community Week from November 25th to 29th. This exciting initiative allowed students to explore a variety of courses designed to build world skills and foster personal growth. From hands-on workshops to real-world experiences, students immersed themselves in activities that prepared them for future challenges.

Students selected from a diverse range of activities, including a Barista and Safe Food Handling course, where they mastered the art of crafting the perfect espresso and learned essential food safety practices. A highlight of this course was Bailey Cocoran, winner of the Future Innovators Award, who created an engaging clip documenting his experience in the Barista & Safe Food Handling course. Watch it here.

Others took part in First Aid and CPR, equipping themselves with life-saving skills for emergencies. Some students demonstrated entrepreneurial flair at the Market Stall, creating and selling handmade crafts in City Square, while others gave back to the community by participating in the Clean Up Coffs Harbour event, enhancing the local environment through sustainability efforts.

Students also enjoyed the interactive and educational Coffs Coast Wildlife Sanctuary day, learning about wildlife conservation. Workshops such as the Haus of Clay, Bare Weaving, and Yarilla Cultural Workshop offered unique hands-on experiences in pottery, sustainable crafting, and cultural exploration. Additionally, students in work placements spent five days gaining valuable insights into their chosen industries.

Community Week was a resounding success, with students embracing the chance to learn new skills, connect with their peers, and contribute to their community. The week highlighted the importance of teamwork, creativity, and responsibility, inspiring students to continue their journey of growth and learning.

Congratulations to all participants and thank you to the teachers and community partners who made this enriching experience possible!

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