Parent Council Meeting November 8, 2017

Two Pillars Social circumstances determined by income shouldn’t stand in the way of young people learning in positive and fulfilling ways; and Every young person deserves to experience low-stress, fun, and relevant learning environments in which they can explore their passions and develop critical skills.

Guiding Principles Fairness in Education Playful and Relevant Learning Student-led Sustained Support Community of Learners

Our Method We place each student in charge of their own learning and offer them: • A supportive mentor; • Useful resources and opportunities; • Time to develop at their own pace; and • An expanded network of contacts.

Structure S3-S4 Core Mentoring S5 Guided Study S6 Capstone Project Graduate Opportunities

Programme Goals Students have post-programme support and maintain post- programme connections with LuL mentors and peers. Students report an increased number and quality of opportunities in their lives than when they began the programme. Students have the confidence and resources to pursue opportunities of interest to them. Students enthusiastically share their passion for learning with others. Students seek out learning in joyful ways, both in and out the classroom.

Figure 1. 2016-2017 Assessment of Programme Goals Students report an increased number and quality of opportunities in their lives than when they began LuL. After 6+ months with LuL, all students reported believing that they have the potential to be more successful than their parents, with 22% of those students having previously been unsure if that was possible. 100% of students who have been a part of LuL for at least one year report feeling as if they could attend university if they wanted to. Students have the confidence and resources to pursue opportunities of interest to them. After at least six months with LuL, 89% of students reported feeling confident to research new things, and believe they have acquired the skill set to do so. 100% of students who have been a part of LuL for at least one year report that they can do well in school, and see themselves as good students. Students seek out learning in joyful ways, both in and out of the classroom. When asked how they feel after a LuL session, students frequently reported that they feel “happy”, “confident”, “more relaxed”, and “a sense of achievement”; because they “get to research topics [they] are actually interested in.” After at least six months with LuL, 89% of students reported that they learn about what they love regularly, with 1/3 of those students formerly having not reported doing so. Students enthusiastically share their passion for learning with others. Currently in the process of designing measures to evaluate this refined program goal for 2017-2018. Students have post-programme support and maintain post-programme connections with LuL mentors and peers. Currently in the process of designing measures to evaluate this refined program goal for 2017-2018. Figure 1. 2016-2017 Assessment of Programme Goals

“LuL has...taught me more about myself than I think any classroom ever could and has given me the confidence to reach for my aspirations instead of settling for mediocrity...Light Up Learning has been the best thing Lasswade High School has enrolled me in.” Thomas Anderson, S6 student

“We are thrilled that through working with you we can see a noticeable difference in Aspen’s confidence of her own abilities, which is filtering into other aspects of her school and home life.” Parent Feedback

“LuL has made a transformational difference to the students involved in the programme. The level of input and commitment from the tutors, alongside their warm and nurturing approach with our students, has improved both the aspirations and outlook of students. Undoubtedly one of the most valuable interventions we have been offered via any partner organization.” Graham Paris, Depute Headteacher

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