FAQs
1. What is a Youth Challenge?
The Youth Challenge Program will bring together students from different schools, ADF personnel, politicians and community representatives to explore many of the issues surrounding defence and Australia's responsibility as a global citizen in the present and the future.
2. Where is the application form?
All schools will be sent an application form via post (to the SOSE/HSIE Departments) – complete the application form and fax or post it back to us. There is also a link on this website for online application.
Online Application
3. How do I apply to attend?
The quickest way is to use the link on this website and apply online.
Online Application
4. How much does it cost to attend?
There is no cost to attend, but if schools withdraw from the program within 48 hours of the event, an administration fee of $200 will be invoiced to the school.
5. Do we need to bring lunch?
Morning tea and lunch is included.
6. I want to bring more than 8 students - is this OK?
For the Youth Challenges in the regions/smaller cities – ie Townsville, Wagga Wagga, Geelong, Katherine, Albany or Launceston – you can nominate more students. If you register on-line, you will need to register twice. If you are not sure about this, please contact us and we can help you.
7. I only want to bring 4 students – is this OK?
Yes – you can nominate any number of students, (up to 8 in the Challenges in the bigger cities).
8. Our school wants to attend the Youth Challenge but I haven’t selected the students yet – what should I do?
Send us an email ASAP with your school details so you don’t miss out – you can send students’ names later prior to the Challenge.
9. What year level does this program best suit?
Years 8-11 but if you wish to bring year 12s, please let us know.
10. Do the students need to wear school uniform on the day?
If your students wear a school uniform yes – if not, then that’s OK too.
11.What do the students need to do before the challenge?
There will be some reading material sent to schools prior to the challenge.
12. Will there be any service personnel attending on the day?
Yes, there will be representatives from the Army, Navy and Air Force participating in the program.
13. Can our school enter the participation task if they don’t attend a challenge?
Yes.
14. Can we bring 2 teachers?
Yes.
15. Can we bring along a student teacher?
Yes.
16. I want to talk to someone about the program – How do I make contact?
| You can call us | 03 9500 2399 |
| You can fax us | 03 9500 2388 |
| You can email us | ryebuck@ryebuck.com.au |
| You can send us a letter | Ryebuck Media, 31 Station Street, Malvern VIC 3144 |
