#ThinkLanguages 2026 A4 Planning Handbook English - Flipbook - Page 26
#ThinkLanguages Planning Handbook 2026
#ThinkLanguages Champion
Team Gaisce Challenge
Students involved in their school’s
#ThinkLanguages Champion Team
can count the skills they develop
over 13 weeks towards their Gaisce
Bronze Level Award.
About Gaisce
The President’s Award is Ireland’s national youth
award, encouraging young people aged 14–25 to
challenge themselves and grow through personal
development.
Gaisce Challenge Partner
If you’re not a Champion Team member, there are
still lots of ways you can use languages to contribute
to a Gaisce Award in the areas of Personal Skill and
Community Involvement. For more details on our
partnership with Gaisce as a Challenge Partner, visit
languagesconnect.ie/thinklanguages-and-gaisce
Skills gained through
organising #ThinkLanguages
> Leadership & teamwork:
Motivating peers and working
toward shared goals
> Planning & organisation:
Coordinating tasks and managing
event logistics
> Communication & outreach:
Engaging with the school
and local community
> Research & critical thinking:
Exploring local languages
and contributors
> Event & resource management:
Ensuring smooth operations and setup
> Marketing & promotion:
Creating content to raise awareness
> Problem-solving & adaptability:
Handling challenges and adjusting plans
> Creativity & presentation: Designing
visuals and showcasing activities
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