Peter Young, Director of Students

Dear Parents and Guardians,

Recently 16 Prefects were involved in an experiential learning opportunity at Terrey Hills. Run by Leading Edge Professional Development our students had the unique opportunity to work in small teams with horses. The program supported our leaders to achieve a flexible and adaptive leadership style; build self awareness, authenticity and presence; develop collective, collaborative leaderships skills and create a strategic, innovative  and action focused approach.

Although some were apprehensive and maybe even a little sceptical at first, the group enjoyed the mornings challenge and were enthusiastic about the experience. Jack commented “Not only did the programme facilitate the development of improved leadership skills, the presence of the horses provided a unique means of reflecting on our leadership traits and the impact of these approaches in motivating desired  behaviours. Horses, who are incredibly sensitive to human demeanour taught how important it was for us to maintain control and composure in challenging situations.”  Eyad  said  “Ultimately, the activities conducted provided me with a wide and rich leadership skill set that I can hopefully apply for my House”

Regards,

Peter Young
Director of Students