For parents 

South Australia is a national leader in providing community support through organisations based on voluntary support.

The active8 program's focus is on action and challenging opportunities. The participation of a greater number of young people involved in program activities is at the core of the active8 Premier's Youth Challenge program. Young participants can develop individual skills while actively engaging in the training course of a Service Provider program.

Parents are encouraged to join their local community coordination group which meets at the school quarterly to plan the terms activities.

BENEFITS OF active8 PARTICIPATION

Participation of young people in the active8 Premier's Youth Challenge will:

- develop practical life skills associated with the particular Service Provider Program

- promote individuals' self confidence and self reliance.

Will enable curriculum skills recognition through:

- SACSA Frameworks - Years 8 to 10

- SACE Stage 1 subjects &

- VET - Vocational Education & Training

- enable service provider courses to be credited towards the Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme

- empower young people to become actively engaged in their community

- enable young people to develop a sense of community service.

“active8 is a great way to gain extra qualifications while having fun” Sarah

“It’s heaps of fun meeting a wide variety of people” Sarah

"active8 offers great opportunities” Karen

“It is a wonderful opportunity for the school and the students” Lara

“It is an exciting time for our school” Lara

“skills taught help save lives” Kahla