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The annual Avenues Winter Workshops focus on cultivating safe spaces that build essential life skills at a critical age through immersive, dynamic learning experiences. This year, the 22nd edition of our winter workshops are designed to guide learners through a thematic learning journey that encourages them to explore persona-based life experiences and nurture real-life readiness. The curriculum is curated to help participants dive deep into personal strengths and their core capacities to dream, build and move with the times, anchored in a future they hold in their hands.

Vision

To help nurture every learner’s ability to be the best and complete version of their purpose, passion and potential.

DREAM
with a bold and ever-questioning mind.

BUILD
with innovation and kindness.

MOVE
with purpose and resilience.

The essence of this year’s winter workshop experience is woven into 13 thoughtfully crafted personas that represent diverse roles in society. The sessions will guide learners in exploring and engaging with their core personas and inspire them to think critically, express creatively and act with insight and purpose.
Each of the 13 personas is aligned with the developmental needs of three distinct age groups: Early Years: Ages 5 – 7, Juniors: Ages 8 – 11, and Seniors: Ages 12 – 16.

Early Years: Ages 5 – 7

In the second half of their formative years, children start exhibiting more independence and interest to engage actively with their environment. This is the stage when they are able to hold their focus longer, start asking questions, solve simple problems, build stronger friendships, engage in conversations and express their feelings.
Our winter sessions are focussed on helping children explore a range of personas that will nudge them to put on their thinking, curious hats while also learning how to express themselves, make friends and share stories.

The Explorer

The Artist

The Ambassador

The Storyteller

Enhanced curiosity and observational skills

Creative use of shapes and colours to express thoughts and ideas

Exhibit values such as empathy, kindness and teamwork

Build friendships

Improved confidence in communication

Juniors: Ages 8 – 11

At this age, children start putting in more effort on building relationships on their own and showing signs of abstract thinking. This is when they begin to explore complex thoughts, understand cause-and-effect, identify personal values and passion, build self-esteem and work on strengthening friendships.
Our winter sessions are focussed on helping children explore a range of personas that will help nurture creative and problem-solving mindsets while also building global communication skills and values-led aspirations.

The Scientist

The Leader

The Teacher

Captain Planet

Start thinking deep to understand concepts and solve problems

Learn to play and

work in groups

Showcase leadership traits
amongst peers

Imbibe teacher qualities through sharing knowledge and experiences

Increased awareness and sense of duty towards nature conservation

Seniors: Ages 12 – 16

The early adolescence stage finds young adults with a deeper sense of identity as they start navigating more complex social and personal relationships. This is when they start shaping their abstract thoughts and start thinking about their future in terms of life goals across areas such as higher studies, careers and finances.
Our winter sessions are focussed on helping young adults explore a range of personas that will help build entrepreneurial mindsets and resilience while also instilling in them global skills such as innovation, collaboration and agency.

The Entrepreneur

The Money Manager

The Visionary

The Inventor

The Custodian

Identify problems and think of ways to solve them

Learn to think
ahead and set goals

Display quick thinking ability when met with unexpected hurdles in their plan

Practise teamwork in discussions, planning and decision making

Imbibe a deep sense of responsibility towards culture, heritage and nature

TESTIMONIALS

Tori Kyrpang Lyngdoh
Participant, Avenues Winter Workshops 2024-25

On the first day, we went trekking, which was exciting! Later, we made bookmarks and art projects with materials we gathered during the trek. Over the next few days, we explored and enacted different personas like the Scientist, Teacher, and Leader. These sessions helped me grow, transforming me from being quiet to more outspoken and confident, making the experience truly memorable.

Jirevah M Swer
Participant, Avenues Winter Workshops 2024-25

I’ve been coming to AVENUES since I was 6 years old. I remember crying during my first session, but now I eagerly look forward to returning each time. We explored different personas, and my favorite was the Money Manager. It taught me to manage my pocket money better and be mindful of my expenses. Each time I come here, I learn something new that I know will help me later in life. I’ve also made new friends and feel encouraged by my trainers.

Mary Synrem
Parent

I’m genuinely impressed by the incredible work Avenues has been doing with my son. He’s usually a quiet child, and his teachers often mention that while he’s doing well, he doesn’t speak much in class. However, after attending the Workshops, I’ve noticed a wonderful transformation in him. He’s become more curious, eager to learn, and excited to share his thoughts at home. I’m truly thankful to the trainers and everyone at Avenues for fostering both creativity and kindness, qualities I deeply value.

Allantry F Dkhar
Parent

I am truly grateful that I could enroll my daughter at the last minute. From what she shares about her experiences at Avenues, I am deeply appreciative of the team for creating such an incredible platform that helps children grow in the right direction. It's clear that the children here are brimming with confidence, and this is exactly what every child needs for their development. I'm thankful for the positive impact Avenues has had on her growth.