Exploring the Alpha Culture's Values

Aug 16, 2024

Lecture Notes: The Alpha Culture and Its Impact

Introduction

  • Speaker: Angela Shakir (English Teacher and Year Advisor for Year 11 and 12)
  • Key Idea: Alpha culture embodies natural human traits and emphasizes what truly matters, such as kindness and feeling safe.

Perspectives on Alpha Culture

Angela Shakir

  • Alpha Culture Values:
    • Kindness: Basis of the culture, promoting a safe and goal-supportive environment.
    • Support and Honesty: Foundational elements for fostering a positive culture.

Mohammad Del Yubi

  • Role: PDHP Teacher for 10 years
  • Alpha Culture Principles:
    • Hard Work: Essential from the outset; fosters teamwork and collaboration.
    • Supportive Environment: Teachers motivate colleagues and students.
    • Advice to Students: Balance life beyond academics by connecting with family and having achievable goals.

Aan B

  • Background: Graduate of 2021, currently in Clinical Science.
  • Alpha Culture Elements:
    • Communication, Teamwork, Accountability, Transparency
    • Consistent Improvement: Key to success, not perfection.
    • Advice: Consistency in efforts leads to belief, action, and change.

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  • Background: Graduate of 2022, studying at Western Sydney University.
  • Alpha Culture Values:
    • Unity and Support: Trust and transparency between teachers and students.
    • Collaborative Learning: Independent learning encouraged, with top students supporting peers.
    • Self-Competition: Focus on personal growth rather than comparing with others.

Am Zer

  • Background: Graduate of 2022, studying Law and Journalism at UTS.
  • Alpha Culture Emphasis:
    • Community and Growth: Focus on personal development and achieving goals.
    • Confidence Building: Alpha culture aids in developing professional and personal skills.
    • Journey Over Marks: Emphasis on growth rather than being mark-driven.

General Insights and Advice

  • Alpha Culture Themes:

    • Supportive and Honest Environment: Ensures transparency and trust.
    • Personal Growth: Encouraged through teamwork and collaboration.
    • Consistent Improvement: Seen as more important than achieving perfect scores.
  • Key Takeaway: The journey and growth experienced are crucial, not just the academic achievements.