RYTS is an initiative of Rotary District
9640. The RYTS program serves to inspire our young folk to believe
in themselves and their own ability and to understand that they have a place in
the World.
They learn they can achieve that which they wish to achieve, to develop
self-confidence and to recognise that they are important in the whole
scheme of things. They understand that they are important to family and
communities; locally, nationally and internationally.
They are encouraged in their search for future roles in life; to search out
that which gives the greatest meaning to their lives.
June is the beginning of the RYTS planning year. Your RYTS team will
hold its first planning meeting, to begin the preparation and coordination
of the RYTS program. The team will meet monthly until the December camp followed by a debrief in February.
The RYTS program is for students 16 to 18, in Years 11 or 12 at High School and
provides a one week seminar at Tyalgum Ridge Retreat. The program covers, among
other things:
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Legal issues – The Law, rights, wrongs,
consequences and responsibilities,
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Life Skills – Financial Management - budgeting -
goal setting – investment and risk,
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A candid session with a drug counsellor - drug
awareness and drug abuse,
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A candid session with a police officer – alcohol,
cars the dangers and consequences,
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Personalities, individuality and self-esteem,
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Prejudging and labelling others,
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Developing self-confidence and motivation,
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Presentation skills – preparing for employment
interviews,
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Effective Communication - self-expression– speak
your mind- express clearly your point of view,
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Team building, understanding group interaction and
group management.
For more information on the RYTS program, please
click here for a PDF brochure, 'What is RYTS'.
RYTS Camp Details:
Applicants : Year 11 & 12 Students or Students
ages 17 & 18
Youth Director: youth@rotaryeclubnextgen.org