1. May 2013

3. Badaguish is a fantastic resource available to Highland Council schools, clubs and centres. It gives pupils (and teachers!) the opportunity to try and experience new activities.

5. Adventurous activities are physically and mentally demanding as well as incredibly fulfilling. They can also lead to lifelong participation. Adventurous activities are physically and mentally demanding as well as incredibly fulfilling. They can also lead to lifelong participation. This helps individuals keep fit throughout their lives and provides opportunities for long-term friendships to develop. This helps individuals keep fit throughout their lives and provides opportunities for long-term friendships to develop. People of all ages and abilities, from all backgrounds, cultures, races, orientations and religions can enjoy these activities. People of all ages and abilities, from all backgrounds, cultures, races, orientations and religions can enjoy these activities. Disabilities should not be seen as barriers to participation. Additionally, those keen to learn often acquire a host of new life skills and quickly develop a sense of personal responsibility that can stand them in good stead throughout their lives. Disabilities should not be seen as barriers to participation. Additionally, those keen to learn often acquire a host of new life skills and quickly develop a sense of personal responsibility that can stand them in good stead throughout their lives. These benefits need to be balanced against the risks involved. These benefits need to be balanced against the risks involved.

13.  Parents and young participants should be aware that outdoor activities potentially pose a danger of personal injury or death. Parents, and participants taking part in these and other similar activities, should be aware of, and accept these risks and be responsible for their own actions and involvement. The above, though, must be seen in context, major accidents whilst engaged in an adventurous activity are relatively few and far between. All precautions have been taken to minimise risks.”

14. Adventurous activities are physically and mentally demanding as well as incredibly fulfilling. They can also lead to lifelong participation. Adventurous activities are physically and mentally demanding as well as incredibly fulfilling. They can also lead to lifelong participation. This helps individuals keep fit throughout their lives and provides opportunities for long- term friendships to develop. This helps individuals keep fit throughout their lives and provides opportunities for long- term friendships to develop. People of all ages and abilities, from all backgrounds, cultures, races, orientations and religions can enjoy these activities. People of all ages and abilities, from all backgrounds, cultures, races, orientations and religions can enjoy these activities. Disabilities should not be seen as barriers to participation. Additionally, those keen to learn often acquire a host of new life skills and quickly develop a sense of personal responsibility that can stand them in good stead throughout their lives. Disabilities should not be seen as barriers to participation. Additionally, those keen to learn often acquire a host of new life skills and quickly develop a sense of personal responsibility that can stand them in good stead throughout their lives. These benefits need to be balanced against the risks involved These benefits need to be balanced against the risks involved Biggest risk of all is that children are never allowed to take and manage riskBiggest risk of all is that children are never allowed to take and manage risk

15. To develop effective contributors we: – encourage responsibility – promote initiative, decision-making and self-reliance – set problem-solving tasks – incorporate the ‘plan, do, review’ model To develop successful learners we: – offer challenging, enjoyable experiences – incorporate a reviewing and reflection process – offer inspirational and meaningful learning – provide new ways of measuring success – promote an alternative context for learning – encourage goal setting to promote aspirations

16.  To develop responsible citizens we:  – encourage consequential learning - allowing participants to  make their own choices and decisions  – encourage commitment to participation and responsibility  – develop respect for others through shared experiences  – encourage discussions on environmental, scientific and  technological issues  -promote ownership of rules through group contracts  To develop confident individuals we:   – offer an independent living experience  – encourage positive emotions through achievement  – equip young people with new skills to tackle challenges  – motivate participants through success and  accomplishment  – enable young people to deal with negative emotions  – enhance resilience against challenges  – enhance understanding of comfort zones

17. MONDAYTUESDAYWEDNESDAY AM - Arrive 11.15am AM - CanoeingAM – leave chalets Settle into lodges Team building PM – Mountain Biking PM – Zip linePM – leave for GUHS Gorge Walking Evening – QUIZEvening - Musicals Arrive GUHS @ 3.15PM

18. WEDNESDAYTHURSDAYFRIDAY AM - Arrive 11.15am AM - CanoeingAM – leave chalets Settle into lodges Team building & award ceremony PM – Mountain Biking PM – Zip linePM – leave for GUHS First Aid Evening – Mr & Mrs evening Arrive GUHS @ 3.15PM

19. MONDAYTUESDAYWEDNESDAYTHURSDAYFRIDAY AM – Arrive Badaguish AM & PM AM Canoeing AM Team building AM Award Ceremony PM – Team building Mountain Biking PM – Zip line PM – Gorge Walking PM Arrive @ GUHS Evening- 3.15pm Quiz & Film Swimming Olympics Karaoke Mr & Mrs Evening

21. Ù be punctual at all times, especially at rendezvous points. Ù dress appropriately at all times during the school visit Ù observe the advice given about health and safety at all times Ù keep working, training, washing and sleeping areas clean and tidy (hang up all wet clothing) Ù maintain my personal hygiene Ù make no attempt to purchase or consume alcohol Ù make no attempt to purchase or use tobacco nor any other drug or solvent

22. Ù not use bad language Ù keep in a group of at least three or more at all times Ù not wander off alone or become deliberately separated from the group at any time Ù respect the laws, custom and culture of the areas visited Ù take part in all related activities during the visit Ù eat regular meals, especially healthy foods as much as possible Ù respect individual differences and opinions at all times Ù inform staff of any concerns I may have for the health & safety of myself & other group members Ù wear a seat belt at all times whilst travelling on the coaches Ù enjoy myself !

23.  I understand Ù That there must be no sexual relationships during the school visit. Ù That staff taking are acting ‘in loco parentis’ and that I will follow all instructions, advice and house rules at all times

24. Ù I / we understand that the above agreement must be adhered to during the school visit and is essential for the benefit of the smooth running and enjoyment of the visit. Ù I / we understand that should there be a serious breach of the above agreement, then any necessary and resulting disciplinary action, including the repatriation of my son / daughter will be my / our responsibility, including the responsibility for any additional costs arising from the cost of transport home. Ù I / we understand any serious breach of discipline may also include a period of exclusion from school for my son/daughter on their return to Glen Urquhart.

25. Verbal warning that if the situation occurs again it will result in grounding If the situation arises then the pupil must be taken to the member of staff on duty who should be relieved of the duty they are on. Staff group members must all be informed of the grounding and staff being withdrawn Grounding may be back at the chalets if sick bay is required or on the activity beside/next member of staff or on washing duty Grounding may cover 1,2 or 3 sessions but must be recorded in the grounding book with reasons for grounding

26.  Parent Booklet contains a pull out and return section of Permissions. PLEASE READ & DISCUSS WITH YOUR CHILD RETURN TO SCHOOL BY Monday 13 th May Pay the full amount

27.  The pull out & return ‘Permissions’ section also contains  Child Protection/Photography. To be signed by Parents/Carers

28.  Question Time?