Year 10 Franklin Scholars Launch Mentoring Program

On 12th December, the school’s newly appointed Year 10 Franklin Scholars officially met their Year 7 mentees for the first time. This launch event marked the beginning of an inspiring journey for the Year 10 pupils, who have stepped into their roles as mentors and role models to help the younger pupils navigate the transition into secondary school life.

The program operates under the guiding principle: "When you are good to others, you are best to yourself." This quote, attributed to the program’s namesake, Benjamin Franklin, serves as the official motto for the scholars.

The Franklin Scholars is a prestigious peer mentoring program designed to bridge the gap between different year groups within a school. It selects promising older pupils and trains them to provide academic and emotional support to younger pupils during the pivotal transition to a new school environment. The program focuses on three core pillars: academic support to improve literacy and numeracy, personal growth to build resilience and empathy, and social connection to ensure every newcomer has a friendly, familiar face to turn to in the older years.

While the Year 7 pupils gain a valuable guide to help them succeed, the Year 10 Franklin Scholars also experience significant growth. By taking on the responsibility of a mentor, they develop leadership qualities and a sense of civic duty. As the motto suggests, by being "good to others," these pupils are also investing in their own personal development and character. Following the success of Friday’s event, the pairs will continue to meet weekly throughout the academic year to build on the foundations laid during this fantastic kickoff.

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