Transition Project Learning Network Workshop 3 Solas Project

Solas Project Vision l To see communities rejuvenated by equipping and building up young

Step Up: Background l l Step Up is a mentoring programme for young people

Step Up: Inputs l Inputs – – – – Staff Volunteers Training Rent and

Step Up : Outputs (1) l Outputs (Activities) – – – – 3 Weekly

Step Up : Outputs (2) l Outputs (who we reach) – – – 36

Step Up : Outcomes l Outcomes (Short term – 1 academic year) – –

Outcome Indicator Datasource Regular attendance 80% or more as acceptable attendance records Relationship with

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Transition Project Learning Network Workshop 3 Solas Project: Step Up IYF Transition Project

Solas Project Vision l To see communities rejuvenated by equipping and building up young people to overcome all limitations imposed on them by social and educational disadvantage. Mission l We support young people through the adventure of discovering their own abilities and self-worth in order to make a sustainable difference over time in tackling early school leaving and youth crime. IYF Transition Project

Step Up: Background l l Step Up is a mentoring programme for young people transitioning from primary to secondary school. Step Up began in September 2011 as a follow on from our After School Programme Young people are referred to Step Up through schools and other agencies and participation is voluntarily. Culture of Step Up: Ø Ø Being present Creating a culture of praise and affirmation Environment of challenge Catering for the Individual to reach their potential. IYF Transition Project

Step Up: Inputs l Inputs – – – – Staff Volunteers Training Rent and materials Other costs eg. Trips Partners (schools, community groups) Research and evaluation IYF Transition Project

Step Up : Outputs (1) l Outputs (Activities) – – – – 3 Weekly mentoring clubs (1. 5 hrs each) Recruiting Young people (36 total) Monthly Trips Occasional additional Activities eg. Art; Shine Recruiting, Training & ongoing support for mentors (36 total) Communication with schools and other agencies Meeting with Families Administration, planning, record keeping, evaluations etc. IYF Transition Project

Step Up : Outputs (2) l Outputs (who we reach) – – – 36 Young people Families Schools x 4 (HSCL) 36 Volunteer Mentors Other Community organisations eg NCAD, DCC, SCP IYF Transition Project

Step Up : Outcomes l Outcomes (Short term – 1 academic year) – – – – Regular attendance Young people have positive relationship with trained & equipped mentor Personal Development Social Development Mentor trained & equipped Good relationship built with a)families; b)schools; c)community Effective system in place for planning, delivery and development of programme. IYF Transition Project

Outcome Indicator Datasource Regular attendance 80% or more as acceptable attendance records Relationship with mentor engagement with mentor; Progression during sessions. Weekly records; mentor & young persons feedback; Observations Personal & Social Development Engagement, participation and ability to follow instructions; Self awareness; goal setting; extra-curricular activities; relationships with peers. Personal Development Curriculum; Weekly records; Observation; Feedback from stakeholders; Referral forms. Mentors trained & equipped Participation & regular attendance at programme events; Minimum length of volunteering one academic year. Training and team meeting attendance records. Weekly attendance records. Referrals through schools/agencies; Other stakeholders initiating contact & sharing information; Minimum 2 home visits per year&contact with schools every term; Relationships built with groups young people are involved with and those that can resource Step Up; Access to schools for meetings with young people; Records of home and school visits; Records of communication with parents, schools and community groups; Referral forms; young people files; Good Relationship with stakeholders (families, school and community)