The On2Feet programme in Angus is designed to support pupils in fourth year at secondary school in Angus who are considering leaving school at the age of 16. The programme attempts to provide advice and support as they work towards a positive next step in their education and development.

The fifteen pupils that make up the On2FEET group at Arbroath High School have been working hard this session looking at interview skills, finding out how to apply to college and for jobs and have been trying to develop useful skills that will be needed in the workplace.  The group has had an opportunity to attend a Careers Fair in Aberdeen.  They have also participated in two interactive drama workshops at the Webster Theatre where they were helping the characters figure out how to get into the career they hoped for.  The pupils were able to help these characters perform well in interviews and this has helped change their own attitudes towards the working environment.  It also dealt with issues such as mental health, sexual health, alcohol abuse and the impact that negative attitudes have on family members and close friends.

We hope that we can find a positive destination for all of our On2Feet pupils as they move on from school in the next couple of months.