By ‘pushing’ themselves, participants can learn that they like something they never thought of doing before. That could turn into a new, joyous hobby, or even a career choice.
Some claim that having a Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award on your resume is an added value when seeking university placements or jobs. It certainly is a conversation-starter. It also shows that the applicant is a self-starter, has had dynamic experiences and has worked in a team setting outside of school already.
Participating in the Award instills focus, drive, stamina, and accomplishment. It teaches young people that they can make their dreams come true, if they work towards it. And that starts with the small, practical, time-consuming steps. It also demands the experience of trying, failing, and trying again. It means less time wasted on unproductive habits. We believe any well-rounded individual should learn this life lesson as early as possible, in order to be successful (at anything).
The program also has a strong physical fitness component to it. In addition to learning how to manage their time with school work and social lives, high schoolers keep active in a conscious, calculated way. This promotes living a healthy lifestyle no matter what, starting at an early age.
Finally, the leadership and teamwork skills obtained through the Adventurous Journeys are exceptional. The teens learn to manage on their own, in a group, during a camping and hiking trip (with adults nearby, but out of sight).
There are few places where kids can do all of the above and be recognized for it with an award. By running the program for our Lebanese students, they get their achievements merited by the Foundation’s get their achievements merited by the Foundation’s office in England And in Lebanon, it is only open to Eastwood International School enrollees.
Participating in the Award instills focus, drive, stamina, and accomplishment.
It teaches young people that they can make their dreams come true, if they work towards it.
It teaches young people that they can make their dreams come true, if they work towards it.
