Kerikeri High School Future

Problem Solving 2010.

Congratulations on stepping out of your comfort zone to consider our Future .

During the course of the year while teaching how to utilize an effective problem solving

model we will lead students to consider the challenges and issues contained within

complex social and scientific problems to be faced in the future or tackle existing problems

in our own community.

Welcome to Future Problem Solving 2010.

"To dream and to plan, to be curious about the future and to wonder how much it can be influenced by our efforts are important aspects of being human.“Dr E. Paul Torrance (The Founder of FPS.)

This award winning programme was founded in 1974 by Dr. E. Paul Torrance. Internationally renowned for his work in creativity and

gifted education, he was a distinguished professor emeritus at the University

of Georgia.

E.Paul Torrance’s Welcome letter to new coaches in 1995 Coach’s Guide

Our Aim:

‘Teaching students to think creatively about the future is the essence of the Future Problem Solving Program.’ - N.Z Future Problem Solving Coach’s Handbook 2000

“The mission of the Future Problem Solving Program is to design and promote positive futures using creative problem solving.” – Future Problem Solving Program’s Mission

Statement

It is the vision of Kerikeri High School that through the coach’s facilitation of the Future Problem Solving Program the Key Competencies and Values of the New Zealand

Curriculum will be modelled and developed.

The Future Problem Solving Program ...

“encourages students to carry out in-depth research, to think creatively and critically, to apply ethical thinking skills and to work as part of a team”

We teach students Future Problem Solving in order to assist them to : • develop an active interest in the future• develop creative thinking• develop critical and analytical thought• strengthen oral and written communication skills• utilise an effective problem solving model• develop research techniques• work co-operatively in teams

Considering the above criteria the program lends itself to creating opportunities to specifically develop the five Key Competencies and the Values of the New Zealand Curriculum.

• Mike Clent - DP - Gifted and Talented Portfolio• Rene Loggie – Kerikeri High School Future Problem Solving

Coordinator • Debbie Green – FPSNZ National Director Community Problem

Solving (Funding dependent)• N.Z Future Problem Solving Coach’s

handbook• Student course outline• Student tips booklet• Websites : www.fpspi.org ,

www.fpsnz.co.nz

• Add FPSNZ as a friend on Facebook• Termly Research and

Readings specific to topics• Written evaluation of

submitted booklets and scenarios

Support for coaches:

How much does it cost to participate:

Students are billed through the school accounting system for registration costs:

(Parents are informed of costs and potential costs at the Parent Information Evening in Term 1)Booklet Competition $140.00 plus G.S.T. per team (4 students)Individual Competition $ 65.00 plus G.S.T. per studentStepping Stones Divisions $140.00 plus G.S.T. per teamScenario Writing $ 30.00 plus G.S.T. per student (1 submission)Scenario Writing $ 40.00 plus G.S.T. per student (2 submissions)Community Problem Solving $140.00 plus G.S.T. per teamIndividual CmPS $ 65.00 plus G.S.T. per student

Parents pay costs for participation in National Finals as there is not enough time between the announcement of the finalists and the finals weekend to fundraise .

Application is made to the Board of Trustees for permission to fundraise for the International Finals.

Funding for teacher resources to be advised once funding application results are known.

Selection Process:

Initial nomination is through:

Self nomination

Peer nomination

Parent request

Teacher nomination

Final selection is based on : ( From Term 2 students commit to program for the year)

Kerikeri High School Criteria checklist (See attached )Coach’s assessment (Robyn Boswell’s Selection Procedures available on NZFPS website) Student and parent / caregiver commitment ( See student commitment letter requirements in course outline)Student’s ability to cope with missed class work when withdrawn for FPS classes.

Future Problem Solving selection criteria list: Creative Thinking Skills/Strengths: - able to generate a wide range and number of ideas- clearly elaborates upon ideas (verbally or written)- shares original ideas or views ideas from an unusual perspective- displays a tolerance for ambiguity- enjoys intellectual playfulness- has a sense of fun Critical/ Analytical Skills/Strengths: - grasps concepts and new ideas quickly and easily- flexible use of ideas- ability to make connections and transfer learning- able to compare ideas (sometimes unconventional or original)- explores ideas in depth- clarifies evaluations and reflections- withholds judgment while investigating Group/Social Skills/Strengths: - is able to work with anyone and everyone- displays awareness of the value of the group- sensitivity regarding others strengths/weaknesses- is able to consider different viewpoints in depth- effectively contributes own skills/strengths

Due Dates for Booklets.Global Issues Junior, Middle, Senior and Individual

DivisionsProblem 1 - Tuesday 30th March - 4pm (Steps1 to 3

only)Problem 2 - Wednesday 30th June - 4pm

Qualifying Problem - Wednesday 15th September - 4pm

(Qualifying Problem Future Scene will be posted out on Monday 30th August)

Community Problem Solving (Team & Individual)Interim Report - Friday 25th June

Final Report - Monday 27th SeptemberScenario Writing

1st submission (for students who are submitting two scenarios)

Friday 25th June2nd submission (for students who are submitting a

competitive scenario only and those who are submitting two scenarios) - Monday 27th September

FinalsNational Finals

Friday 29th October - Sunday 31st October 2010Henderson, Auckland

Additional Future Problem Solving Dates:

24 February 5pm – Parent information evening

7 September P2 & 3 –Qualifying Booklet

14 September P2 & 3-Combined Dramatic Presentations with Kerikeri Primary School

Shadow Coaching and Professional Development :

Individual coaching and professional development to be arranged on a needs basis.

Teams preferably need two hours coaching per week.

Future Problem Solving Research Permission :

Computer Permission Library Future Problem Solving students are permitted to use class time for research purposes providing this form is completed and returned to the teacher whose class they are in at the time.Time spent on research:

Topic researched: Term 1 – Sensory Overload Term 2 – Invasive SpeciesTerm 3 – Children in NeedNational Finals – Food DistributionInternational Finals – Green Living

Brief summary of research findings: To be written on back of this form.(Research should relate to the class you are attending at the time . If you are in Science then the FPS research that you carry out should relate to the term’s topic and science eg . In term one you would then research a scientific aspect of Sensory Overload )

Teacher’s signature: ___________________________

Kerikeri High School Future Problem Solving Coaches:

Year 7: Rene Loggie

Year 8: Sandra Leaming

Year 9: Tania De Klerk

Year 10: Madeleine Ware

Year 11: Rene Loggie

Individual Booklet Writers (All levels): Rene Loggie

Community Problem Solving: Kim Rogers, Trudi Ruffiner ,Tania Peters-Heihei

Scenario Writing: Maddy Haydock, Annette Johnston,Faye Robertson