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THE MALVERNIAN
Learn with Leaders
During the final week of term, Malvern College hosted their inaugural Learn with Leaders course delivered by Harvard Model Congress. The renowned programme, which has recently been hosted in Dubai, Hanoi and Brussels, included several Hundred pupils and international pupils that had flown globally to participate. The purpose of the course was to develop pupils’ professional skills with a central project of planning and presenting business ideas to their peers in Big School at the closing ceremony. In addition to this, sessions on CV writing, networking, public speaking and soft skills were delivered which will benefit the participants as they step into their professional careers. The course was resourced and delivered by three current Harvard University pupils, Cameron, Andre and Awa. The three mentors engaged pupils with their contemporary teaching style with a series of wonderfully planned activities over a five-day course that provoked critical thinking and challenged student’s ideas.
The pupils welcomed the opportunity to discuss with their mentors about university life and the calibre expected to apply to similar Ivy League institutions. It was a pleasure to observe the level of aspiration our pupils have and witness their determination to achieve high expectations.
Sam Warlow, a current Hundred pupil at Malvern College, said the following about his experience on the course:
“My experience with the Learn with Leaders course was great. The mentors were engaging, and the other pupils were friendly, creating a positive and collaborative atmosphere. The course content was both interesting and helpful, covering essential life skills and skills specifically relevant for progressing in education. It was presented in a fun and engaging format, with plenty of practical demonstrations and games included. Personally, I found the course to be both useful and enjoyable, and the skills and knowledge I gained will be helpful when I apply to universities in the near future. Overall, the course successfully combined education and enjoyment, making it a valuable experience.”
The Learn with Leaders course was incredibly successful for all participants and I hope to work with Harvard Model Congress on future courses at Malvern College in the academic years to come.
Luke McCluskey | Holiday Courses Director
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