“We are currently preparing students for jobs that don’t yet exist, using technologies that haven’t been invented, in order to solve problems we don’t even know are problems yet.”
The Voyager Program at Bayside P-12 College offers a dynamic and enriching learning experience tailored specifically for middle school students in Years 7 to 10. The program focuses on identifying and extending each child’s unique learning needs, providing them with the opportunity to explore an innovative curriculum that takes place beyond the traditional classroom setting.
The Voyager program is in partnership with the University of Melbourne to embed a new learning ambition called the New Metrics Program. Each year level focuses on a specific set up competencies.
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The program is structured around specific learning themes for each year level, allowing students to explore their personal growth and role in the community and the world:
- Year 7: Me at Bayside P-12 College
- Year 8: Me in the Community
- Year 9: Me in the World
- Year 10: Me in Careers & Industry
The Voyager Program emphasizes the development of essential skills for the 21st Century Learner, ensuring that students are well-equipped for the rapidly changing global landscape. These skills include:
- Encouraging students to understand and manage their own learning process.
- Giving students choice around passion projects.
- Fostering real-life problem-solving capabilities.
- Developing leadership and collaborative skills.
- Promoting ethical decision-making through the school’s School-Wide Positive Behaviour program.
- Building knowledge around cultural diversity and inclusivity.
- Engaging with STEM, financial literacy, and communication technologies.
The Voyager Program complements the traditional academic curriculum, providing a well-rounded education that empowers students to become active, thoughtful, and responsible global citizens.