Eagle Phase
"Self Reliance - Leadership - Wisdom"
Eagles are known for their leadership, keen eyes and senses. They have reached a height that allows them to see danger, thus avoiding problems before they occur. This metaphor embodies the student's new found ability to rise above and make decisions based on a clear and realistic picture. They make decisions and behave in a way that will result in positive and healthy outcomes rather than negative consequences. During the Eagle phase, the student's positive behaviors and leadership abilities are honored by significant ceremonies and rites of passage more elaborate than any other phase of the program. These ceremonies are designed to build a sense of achievement, responsibility, and self esteem that will stay with them after the program is over.
Objectives
- To help students internalize new positive changes so they can transition them to the home setting.
Duration
- Approximately 14 days
Phase Requirements
- Assist in teaching one curriculum lesson makes gifts for family members
- Be responsible for leading group in completing a service project.
- Provides appropriate leadership to other group members.
- Assist in facilitating one process group.
- Assist other students with their skill development.
- Promotes trustworthiness in group.
- Actively participates in daily process groups.
- Takes initiative in organizing daily activities.
- Leads group without exhibiting dominating or controlling qualities.
- Is truthful
- Admits mistakes, takes ownership.
- Gives and receives constructive feedback regarding strengths and weaknesses.