Big Jump ProgramHelp your students feel confident and positive about the challenges aheadBig JumpThis course prepares students to move from elementary school to middle schoolThe world is very uncertain to children at this stage. This program gives them the tools they need to embrace challenges and changes, and be comfortable growing up in an uncertain world.The one-day platform challenges and inspires students to dream big and be brave!The framework of this interactive, engaging experience motivates students to enjoy and appreciate their time at elementary school while preparing to make the big jump. OutcomesStudents reflect on, appreciate, and celebrate what they have accomplished in elementary school.Students open up about their fears and hopes of making the big jump.Small group formats give them a safe space to discuss fears with their peers who are facing the same thing, while working together to conquer/resolve them.Students become empowered to think about their dreams and set goals to achieve them!A positive and uplifting experience that helps students have a smooth transition to middle school.Don’t take our word for it…“Listening to the children, they are really clear on the difference humanutopia has made. My staff are being really positive about it and are saying they can already see it will make a real difference. We are going to live humanutopia for the time it takes to become fully ingrained within our school”– Pauline Turner, Headteacher, Thrapston Primary SchoolContact UsIf you work with young people and would like to enquire about booking our courses, please do get in touch. How can Big Jump help my school?Improves the confidence and self-esteem of a vulnerable grade group and fosters positive relationships and good behavior.Potential to collaborate with middle schools or other elementary schools in the area.Who is this suitable for?Last year before middle school (typically 5th grade)What is the format?Full or half day session with the full grade group or can meet with one class at a timeWhat do you cover?How to acknowledge and make sense of current fears and concerns.Learning to express and communicate about the fear of the transition to middle school.The benefits of having a growth mindset in the face of challenges.Circumstance vs. choices: Making the distinction between things you can control and things you can’t.Preparing to meet new people and make new friends.Highlighting common pitfalls of making the transition and how to avoid them.How positive choices can create benefits now and in the future.The importance of setting goals and how to manage and achieve them.