1. Agenda
Introduction
Transition Year

2. Guest Speakers
Coordinators – Aine Cosgrave Sinead Walshe Students - Jessica Dwyer Alannah Kelly Ciara Farrell Jamie Cowan Walsh

3. Transition Year Broad experience Self development Alternative learning
One year school based programme between Junior and Senior Cycle .
Acts as a bridge between the two.
A move towards a more independent self-directed learning experience
HETSS Student Consultation on TY, 1/2/2017

4. AIMS
MATURITY
SKILLS
WORKING LIFE

5. Benefits to Transition Year
Students can develop:
Own particular gifts/strengths
Critical reflection
Social competences
HETSS Student Consultation on TY, 1/2/2017

6. 30 Things We Wish We Learned In School
1. How to budget 2. The importance of insurance 3. How loans work 4. How to wire a plug 5. How to take out a pension 6. How to drive 7. How to buy a house 8. How to put up a shelf 9. How to open a bank account 10. How to plaster a wall

7. 30 Things We Wish We Learned In School
11. How to change a car tyre 12. How to turn off the water in the house 13. Things to look for when buying a second-hand car 14. How to change the taps 15. How to lay a carpet 16. How to tile a room 17. How to cook a Sunday roast 18. How to jump-start a car 19. How to unblock a toilet 20. How to strip wallpaper without damaging the wall

8. 30 Things We Wish We Learned In School
21. How to assemble flat pack furniture 22. How to bring up a baby 23. How to unblock a plug 24. How to grout 25. How to use a drill 26. How to read an electric/gas meter 27. How to fix a bike 28. How to put up a fence 29. How to build a wall 30. How to change a lightbulb

9. Modules – short and long
The Programme in HETSS
Workshops
Modules – short and long
Optional Subjects
Core Subjects

10. European and Foreign Language(s)
Core Subjects
Core
English and Irish
Ethical Education
Maths
European and Foreign Language(s)
Wellbeing
Computer Skills

11. Possible Modules/Subjects
Examples
Science/STEM
Humanities and Psychology
Do-It-Yourself (DIY) – DCG,Technology
Horticulture
Social & Cultural

12. Possible Modules/Subjects
Examples
Performing Arts
Computer Aided Design –CAD/Architecture Science
Enterprise Education
Food & Culinary Arts
Music/Art, Craft & Design
Technology
HETSS Student Consultation on TY, 1/2/2017

13. What’s needed from students?
Expectations
Commitment
Effort
Punctuality
Attendance
Respect
Responsibility
What’s needed from students?

14. Transition Year Science Programme

15. What will the Transition year science programme include?
Links with STEM
Project Work
Project Competitions
Biology
Chemistry
Physics
It will aim to examine topics of general interest which are outside the junior cycle science syllabus and may also serve as a taster for those considering a science subject as a leaving certificate option.
Project competitions: SciFest, BT Young Scientist. Reel life science competitions.,Other science based project competitions,possibly link to the science gallery.
Biology:Microbiology Human Biology Genetics Historical Figures in Science Diversity of organisms
Chemistry: Rates of Reaction Fireworks Saponification Fermentation Electrolysis Acids & Bases
Physics: Mechanics Light Sound Electricity Force
HETSS Student Consultation on TY, 1/2/2017

16. What will the Transition year Humanities programme include?
Social Geography/Current Affairs
Sustainable Resources
Physical Geography
Field Study Skills
Irish History
HETSS Student Consultation on TY, 1/2/2017

17. The Technology Transition Year
Traditional craft skills (metalwork/Engineering and Woodwork/Construction Studies)emphasis on design.
Design and manufacture - wood, metal, plastic etc.
How Systems work

18. What will the Transition year Performing Arts programme include?
Musical theatre and dance
Dramatic readings
Writing drama
Body in performance
School musical
HETSS Student Consultation on TY, 1/2/2017

19. The Transition Year Horticulture programme
Grow, process, market
Fruits, vegetables
Ornamental plants
Getting started
Soil & Compost
Seeds & Cuttings
Weeds
Fruit
Vegetables
Ornamental plants
Building & Tools
Garden Crafts
Wildlife & Environment
Seasonal
HETSS Student Consultation on TY, 1/2/2017

20. The Transition Year Construction Studies programme
This course is essentially the study of buildings and the built environment.
Examining all parts of a build from the planning stage to building completion.
Planning.
Foundations.
Floors.
Walls.
Roofs.
Stairs
Doors
Windows.
Services.

21. Engineering
Architecture
Builder
Project management
Carpentry, plumbing etc. All trades

22. DCG
Problem solving and creative thinking skills are developed through the analysis and solution of both 2 and 3 dimensional graphics.
Graphics and designs are communicated using freehand sketching skills, traditional draughting equipment and Computer Aided Drawing.

23. Workshops Day / Afternoon / Overnight
Team Building / Bonding
Young Social Innovators
Gaisce Awards
Creative Writing
Theatre Visits
Historical Visits
Study Skills

24. TY – Work Experience and Community Service – possible format
Work Experience: Two X two week placements Community Services: One week placement e.g. local organisation e.g. Paired Reading Project/ Nursing home / Animal Shelters Student secures placement
Alternatives – 2 X 2 week placement ( 1st before Midterm Oct and 2nd for 2 weeks following Midterm Feb)
Work Experience involves Daytime Business hours
Work Experience is assessed via feedback calls and Diary – equivalent up to 50 credits of overall 600 credits for TY
Student needs to write a Letter of Introduction – needs Insurance cover

25. TY – Extra-curricular Activity – The Gaisce – The President’s Award
Challenge award years of age) in different areas
It involves:
Community Involvement (1 hr pw for 15 weeks)
Personal Skills ( 1 hour pw for 26 weeks)
Physical recreation (1 hour pw for 12 weeks)
An adventurous activity (e.g. walk klms over 2 days/ km if cycling)
The chance of doing the bronze medal award !
Physical recreation means picking up a new sporting skill or continuing one you already have
Personal Skills means learning how to plan an instrument or learning computers or doing lifesaving or first aid courses
Community involvement means getting involved with the caring of the disadvantaged, helping young people or assisting the elderly
Adventurous activity means getting involved in the planning and carrying out of an adventure journey e.g. Wicklow Way Walk or Climbing Croagh Patrick

26. Over to you! What do you want TY to look like?
What subjects/modules do you want included?
How do you think TY should be organised?
What different methods of learning and assessment would you like to see?
What new skills would you like to learn in TY?
Teaching – Facilitator
Learning – Active and independent
Assessment – Varied, project/fieldwork, reflection
HETSS Student Consultation on TY, 1/2/2017

27. Complete and submit Application form! (available from Year Head)
What’s the next step?
Each student will be interviewed by the TY panel (co-ordinator, Year Head, Deputy Principal and/or Principal) to assess their suitability for the programme
Teachers’ views will be sought to see if T.Y. is suitable for applicants. Students’ attendance and discipline records will be considered very carefully.
Students will be called to interview.
A decision will be reached, parents and students will be informed on whether they are accepted or not
If more candidates apply than positions available, the decision on whom to accept will be decided by the Principal and TY co-ordinator.
Parents and students may appeal a decision.
HETSS Student Consultation on TY, 1/2/2017