FOR PARENTS
SUPPORTING PARENTS
Navigating the journey of parenting a teenager is full of challenges, and there’s no single roadmap to follow. AIB Future Sparks aims to provide support for skills development and preparedness.
Backed by extensive educational resources, this programme helps develop life skills to assist your child through major transitions. At AIB, we believe that learning these skills now will future-proof lives, careers, and the economy. We see this as part of our brand purpose which is to empower people to achieve their dreams and ambitions.
The online teacher and student hub offers resources focused on supporting your child’s journey from their first year of post-primary education to their transition into third-level education or work. Check out our Parent/Guardian supports, such as the Parent-Teen Communication resource and the "Communicating With Your Teen" episode featuring Louize Carroll, accessible through your child's school account.
Resources that connect the dots for students between skills embedded in the school curriculum and life beyond school!
Financial Literacy for ‘think outside the box’ 21st century citizens.
Supports to complement your child’s whole school guidance experience.
CareersPortal partnership includes the AIB Careers Skills Competition and CareersPortal Assessment Tools.
Access to innovative and insightful AIB Future Sparks TV and supplementary learning materials on a range of topics.
Tip sheet for parents of first year students, written by Guidance Counsellors.
LIFE MOMENTS
How young people transition from one life moment to the next is important for reaching their potential and overall well-being. Skills are the consequence and the sustenance as they go from one life moment to the next. Some key life moments are:
Ignite
The journey begins here! As students transition from primary to post-primary school, they start new learning and develop key skills.
In Gear
Getting ready! Students are maturing, applying their new skills, and building confidence.
Observe, look left, look right, check your mirrors!
Time to reflect and evaluate! 3rd Year is a period for students to notice their skill development and evaluate before making important choices for the Senior Cycle ahead.
Accelerate - Roundabout ahead!
The detour of a lifetime! Students challenge themselves to develop new skills.
Drive
The open road! Students consolidate their skills and sharpen their awareness for future choices.
Navigate/Steer - Motorway ahead!
Changing Lanes! Students integrate their skills to make informed choices for the next stage of their journey.
Igniting the dreams and ambitions of Ireland’s Future Sparks
AIB FUTURE SPARKS STUDENT HUB
Students can access resources like Future Sparks TV, podcasts, and written tools using a School Access Code provided by their registered teacher. No personal information is required; all students use the same code. Encourage your child to speak with their teacher about registration for student and parent resources.