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We’ve compiled some of your most frequently asked questions about the Schools’ Calendar.
Current month: March
Support with facilitating expeditions
By The DofECall on the support of admin teams for help with booking campsites, collecting expedition consent forms and arranging any additional training needed.
Provide tools to parents to support their children’s progression
By The DofEHighlight to parents the common barriers to completing a DofE programme and how they can be overcome. Emphasise the value of achieving a DofE Award and how close their son or daughter is to completion.
Promote the LifeZone to parents
By The DofESend a light progress report or letter to parents – highlighting any participants who are close to completion and needing to submit evidence. Encourage parents to support their children in completing these elements. Tell parents to visit the LifeZone with their son or daughter to discover the benefits of achieving an Award and how it can support their child’s future.
Arrange catch ups with participants to address any barriers
By The DofEArrange a catch up with those participants who have sections not started or are struggling to complete. Remind them how close they are, and help to identify and address any barriers that they could be facing.
Presentations held on last day of expeditions
By The DofEConsider getting Bronze participants to do their presentations on the last day of their expedition to ensure it is completed and not forgotten about.
Announce progress updates at assemblies
By The DofEAssemblies are often a good time to chase completions – announce those who have already achieved and promote drop-in sessions for those who have nearly completed.
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