Research tells us the current senior high school dropout rate is 24% and increasing.
Many potential school dropouts are depresed, at risk of hurting themselves, and thinking of suicide.
We know that wilderness education, remote from the distractions of the modern world and absorbing the natural environment is of high value for all young people.
This is of most benefit to those unhappy older teens who are at risk of harming themselves for many reasons, some caused by school, some by home conflict.
If your child is one of these unhappy children, especially as they appoach years 11 & 12
GIVE THEM "TIME OUT" TO RESET THEIR FUTURE.
Aerie College, a new Special assistance co-ed senior high school, with home port, Mannum, operating schoolships on the Murray River, is providing a change opportunity for unhappy teens at risk of depression and dropping out of high school.
We offer the adventure challenge wilderness education that will help these distressed kids. We start them with "Time Out" full time on "Aerie" Backpacker Cruise Boat.
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Come and meet us any time you see us at Home. Mary Anne reserve, Mannum or out and about on the river in our school ships TS Aerie and TS Mundoo. Phone Principal Bouc to arrange a time to meet. 0418 836 137
This unique riverfront property has a history of school use, and will now host Aerie College.
Resident admin, teaching staff, and Backpacker student accommodation. on site.
Core SACE subjects + Cookery, Hospitality, care services, RLSSSA Swim, water rescue & First Aid Training, water/kayak adventure, lightweight travel skills, leadership skills training.
It has Safe vehicle and boat trailer parking and private water for member's boat moorings.
TS Aerie is our "Time Out" entry training vessel including boat operations and kayaking skills.. Student accommodation is swag camping on the main deck with shared ablutions for 16 students . Staff ensuite accommodation for 6 on the top deck
Aerie does the "Time Out" program each term for an intake of 16 teens
TS Mundoo is our advanced training, expedition escort vessel, with our students & staff providing kayaking instruction, catering and shelter.
PRIVATE COMMUNITY CLUB, MEMBERSHIP BY INVITATION.
Location, 1218 Purnong Rd. Mannum
Full time student backpacker home for Aerie students are on Aerie "School ships", either at berth in the college marina or out cruising They are all in commercial vessel survey. The boats will home port at the Aerie Community Marina but spend most of their time cruising the length of the river in SA, deliberately remote from previous distractions. This is planned as a complete change in lifestyle that will help them change their view of life and their future.
All time spent with Aerie College is recorded in each student's personal log and signed off by their mentor teacher as evidence of school attendance, required by law, until their 17th birthday.
Aerie College promotes wellness as its major focus. We find and fill gaps in learning and provide safe time to transition to strong, competent, confident adults. We keep costs as low as possible with backpacker style hospitality and peer service skills for living and learning.
SACE curriculum documentation is our learning guide.
Backpacks offer several advantages for older teen students entering college:
Our primary SACE curriculum focus is on community skills and care services. Individual families can do very little to help these disrupted kids without a change of school. We propose collective investments to purchase appropriate large holiday properties to host an alternate school and temporary home for youth in transition to adult.
As a family investment collective club, Aerie College (Registered Community Charity) will purchase safe family holiday place near the Murray River, or houseboats as homes, to host the Aerie College Adventure school for teens who feel pushed out of their school and/or home or entering depression.
Older teens seek Adventure with partners and a team of friends.
YES. WE SPEND TIME TALKING ABOUT BABY MAKING - - - AND THE CONSEQUENCES.
This is a time when teens are under strong mental stress and need constant steady guidance. This can be difficult for busy parents.
Teens in severe stress in school or home, want out. Many try to fly too soon and get hurt.
Aerie College can hold them before their life gets too difficult and provides the change necessary to help them repair their damaged wings to fly safely.
Aerie College can provide the necessary safe adventure change for mental repair, and a safe home base (nest) for fledging in the proposed community holiday properties. We help any teen of any age, who feels pushed out of their school or home (real, imagined, or just want different and adventure).
Families, join Aerie Community, enjoy our collegiate community lifestyle, and help your kids.
Current Aerie College value of an Annual "Loan Licence to Occupy a bed" is $30,000. (Approx $8/night) This value is expected to increase over time as college entry places become popular. The Licence can be resold at current value to new students on graduation, and no longer need the bed. The licence can be held as an investment and rented out to another renting student for 10% return on capital value.
Key Benefits of Owning a College Bed License:
Receiving a college bed license as a gift is a valuable investment in your future. It provides a stable, affordable, and potentially profitable housing option during your college years. By understanding the benefits and considerations associated with owning a bed license, you can make an informed decision about this thoughtful gift from your parents.
Kayaking on the slow-moving River Murray offers a unique blend of tranquility and adventure. It's a fantastic way to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and reconnect with nature.
1. Stress Reduction:
2. Physical Fitness:
3. Mental Clarity:
4. Connection with Nature:
5. Social Connection:
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