Programs for Schools

Setting: Classroom session (one period, once of session)

Audience: Grade 6 students

Overview: Program aims to assist young people with the transition from Primary to Secondary school through exploration of strengths, support people and opportunities available to them throughout their high school experience. The importance of seeking support and the idea of Year 7 as a time for exploration and discovery are discussed. This program can be tailored to your school’s needs.

Setting: Tailored classroom sessions (over several weeks)

Audience: High school students

Overview: The What Program aims to empower students by exploring various topics and opportunities, connecting them to community, and raising awareness of local programs and support that allow them to pursue their passions and aspirations, while providing ongoing support in response to current challenges and needs. This is done through engaging, interactive workshops, with the ability to tailor sessions to specific student needs.

Setting: 10-15 minute classroom or assembly spoken presentation

Audience: Students aged 12-24 years

Overview: A 10-15 minute run down on the programs, support and events offered by Frankston Youth Service.

Example of the program in action: One of our qualified and experience youth workers speaking in front of the students about the programs, events, and support offered by Frankston Youth Service.

Setting: On our mobile youth What Bus at various locations.

Audience: Students aged 12-24 years.

Overview: The What Bus can be hired out for outreach opportunities that align with Frankston Youth Services’ core purpose as an extra layer of support for young people within the Frankston Municipality.

Example of hire opportunities may include:

• festivals and celebrations
• youth and community events
• promotional days
• sports and activity days  
• school or community wellbeing days.

Examples of the program in action: This Bus is custom fitted with gaming facilities, laptop stations, giant games, food, prizes and much more; the activities we provide depend on the needs of the school.  

Setting: Community based setting at Youth services main hub – Youth Central 60a Playne Street (next to the Frankston Library)

Audience: Students aged 12-24 years

Overview: an engaging introduction to our space and support services, further connecting students to external resources and safe spaces. Visits typically last 2 hours.  

Example of the program in action: Our team will provide engaging activities like badge making, crafts, gaming, and pool, plus the option of a sausage sizzle. We will also provide a brief overview of our programs and support for young people.