IMPACT SESSIONS by UPP

ENGAGING AND INTERACTIVE STUDENT WELLBEING AND LEADERSHIP SESSIONS

“Dynamic, powerful, engaging, relevant.”
— Berni Sligar- Middle School Coordinator- Brigidine College, Indooroopilly

IMPACT SESSIONS are engaging, interactive presentations delivered by UPP at your school, focusing on just one topic for a short session (between 45-90 minutes). Through our WELLBEING AND LEADERSHIP IMPACT SESSIONS, we bring to your school the best research from psychology, neuroscience and education, and combine it with pedagogy that engages young people and inspires action. This is ideal for schools who have a designated Pastoral / Wellbeing lesson, or for large groups (+200 students). 

 

TOPICS TO CHOOSE FROM:

student WELLBEING IMPACT SESSIONS

  • GROWTH MINDSET AND NEUROPLASTICITY
    Understanding the remarkable power of the human brain, neuroplasticity and assessing our own mindsets.

  • GRIT
    Using an evidence based goal setting process (T.O.P.) and learning from famous failures in order to foster perseverance and passion toward our goals.

  • MATES THAT COUNT
    Focusing on "rising by lifting others" and active listening, in order to build authentic friendships.

  • AN INTRODUCTION TO WELLBEING WITH PERMAH
    Outlining 6 elements of wellbeing and discovering ways to enhance our own wellbeing.


student LEADERSHIP IMPACT SESSIONS

  • LEADERSHIP IS INFLUENCE
    Everyday leadership by example, service and action. Best suited to a whole cohort of year 11 students.

  • DIFFERENT LEADERSHIP STRENGTHS
    3 types of leaders (prophet, planner, people). Helping to understand our strengths, and those of others in order to achieve synergy.

  • THE POWER OF TEAM

    Working together in groups to complete activities and achieve objectives, while learning and applying UPP's ASPIRE framework (Action, Service, Persistence, Influence, Respect and Encouragement).

    All UPP workshops have been expertly designed by respected educator Luke McKenna and are delivered by our team of carefully selected, highly trained specialists. Our workshops are tried and tested to be practical, engaging, positive, interactive and age appropriate. UPP workshops have had a positive impact on more than 300,000 Australian students since commencing in 2015 and are highly trusted by Teachers and Principals across Australia.

We use our learning, action, reflection process for all workshops, which ensures that all students are engaged through a variety of different modes (video, stories, interactive activities, reflection, teamwork, partner sharing, etc). For more about that, check out our guarantee.

If you would like to discuss your questions about how this workshop can positively impact your students, contact Luke on 0407 677 253.


It went so well. Many staff spoke about it being engaging and that the speakers were fantastic.
— Peta La Motte, HT Teaching & Learning - Georges River Secondary College - Oatley
“Yesterday’s session was a complete success. The students really enjoyed the activities and the messages they received regarding leadership were very similar to the messages we have also been giving the students. It was so nice to have a different voice conveying the messages. Both facilitators were really engaging and made the session very enjoyable.”
— Joanne Davidson, Teacher, Methodist Ladies College, Kew
“I wanted to say a big thanks to Maddy and Fred and your organisation in the lead up to the day. It was a massive success and they were FANTASTIC with our kids. We are thrilled and would love to book in again for next year.”
— -Alexandra Harris, Head Teacher - Teaching and Learning- Georges River College, Oatley
Great energy. Good relationship with students. Messages align with school’s messages.
— Teacher- Ipswich Girls Grammar School
“Excellent presentation with the ability to engage students with relevant activities and useful information.” 
— Hilton Whitehorne- Head of Clan- The Springfield Anglican College
Fantastic program. Excellent to see all students actively participating. Students were highly engaged and had a lot to take away.
— Teacher- Toogoolawah SHS
“Great presence and inspiring content led to high student engagement throughout.”
— Nerelle Goodwin- Teacher- Assumption College, Warwick.
“Great presentation. Excellent variety between theory and activity. Engaging and relevant.”
— Anthony Hayward- House Master- St Joseph's, Gregory Terrace.
“We were extremely impressed with the presentation. The students were highly engaged and I felt that the session was a valuable one with a message that the students needed to hear. I don’t think it would hurt for the whole school to hear a similar message delivered that well every term. A great presentation. I was in agreement with all points. It was one of the most significant moments of the year. Empathy, consideration, social skills, emotional intelligence. I loved it! He was a character I could relate to.”
— Teacher- Lowood State High School
“Great job, engaging, interesting and expertly managed session.”
— Annabel- Teacher- Mt Maria College

DETAILS

The IMPACT SESSIONS are highly engaging, relevant and interactive for students. They are delivered by Unleashing Personal Potential at your school (in your school hall, or similar), and can usually be tailored to fit in with your regular bell times. All of the IMPACT SESSIONS use a learning, action, reflection process to engage Secondary School students. Ideally, the staff who supervise the IMPACT SESSIONS are those who have a continued interest or responsibility for the wellbeing / learning  / development of the cohort. Ideally, they will be the form / core teachers who will be delivering the follow-up material to the students.

Some schools opt for a WHOLE SCHOOL IMPACT DAY- this involves the UPP team running short IMPACT SESSIONS with multiple year levels on the same day. An accessible option for schools outside the Brisbane area.


PRICING AND INCLUSIONS

The investment for an IMPACT SESSION is $10+GST/student (minimum investment is $1250+GST, plus travel expenses - if applicable). 

Each IMPACT SESSION includes:

  • An exceptional incursion for your students, delivered at your school by UPP.

  • High quality follow-up lessons plans to ensure the messages have a lasting impact

  • Our exclusive 100% Money-back guarantee.

For other great Secondary School Incursions by UPP, check out our full day options- EQUIP Leadership or STEP UP.

For online lessons, check out THRIVE Online.

Thank you UPP and Cody particularly. He was energetic, enthusiastic, passionate and offered advice they hold on to throughout high school; he taught them new things e.g. active/constructive info. We look forward to working with you again next year.
— Carolyn McGrath, St Rita's College, Clayfield
“Engaging content and fun activities. Age appropriate and great routine.”
— Mary Overs- Deputy Principal- Mansfield SHS
Great experience for students- fun and educational- the best combination for learners to be immersed. Awesome delivery by our presenters.
— Mafalda Stevenson- Year 7 Coordinator- Canterbury College
“Dynamic, highly engaging, relevant and meaningful to our students and staff. I highly recommend Luke and the UPP team.”
— Wayne Chapman- Deputy Principal- Mary MacKillop College.

PRAISE FOR UPP FROM STUDENTS

“I would have to say that Friday was one of the best days I have ever had at this school, as what I gained from the day, has completely changed my view of leadership and kindness, and will stay with me forever.” Year 11 Student

“There were a lot of people who enjoyed your presentation. A lot of the people learnt something new or you reminded them about something. In my case you reminded me about things that I had forgot about that helped me before. The thing that I enjoyed most was the jokes and the part where we did the activities with our partner. Overall, your presentation was great and I thank you for coming to my school and giving us the opportunity to learn the stuff you talked about.” - Lachlan, Year 7

“Thank you for the encouragement you both gave today. When my teacher first mentioned we had to go and watch two random people talk I didn't honestly care yet when I got there it was the best encouragement I've had all year.” - Year 10 Student

“The sessions helped me to visibly see how each student possesses different strengths and weaknesses, in which when we come together, we are able to rise as a group and be the best we all can possibly be.” Year 11 Student

“Thank you for taking the time to come out to our school and do this inspirational presentation for us. The things you have taught us will definitely be applied to my life as the stuff explored today will make a lot of people’s wellbeing better. Your comedic approach to this topic made us enjoy it all the more. I truly believe that gratitude is an important part of our lives, so I would like to say thank you for the presentation. I enjoyed the presentation deeply. Thank you UPP.” - Danielle, year 12

“To UPP, I just want to thank you for taking your time out to teach us new life lessons for our educational journey. I have learnt many interesting things that I'll carry throughout my life. So I just want to thank you for this amazing experience.” - Year 9 Student

“Dear UPP, Thank you for coming to our school and helping us to understand wellbeing. I loved that session. I hope you can do it for the grade 7's next year. I loved the interactive activities and all your funny jokes. Thanks so much.” - Student feedback.