Sacred Heart College Staff Connect with a Custom Adventure Quest

Executive Summary

Sacred Heart College aimed to conclude a staff Professional Development (PD) day with a memorable, high-energy activity that would foster connection and boost morale. They chose Total Team Building’s Adventure Quest to create a fun-filled experience for their 170-200 staff members. We designed a custom route from the college to Hillarys Boat Harbour, where 22 teams competed in a series of engaging challenges. The event was a phenomenal success, perfectly achieving the college’s goals of strengthening relationships and ending the day on a positive, celebratory note.

The Client: Sacred Heart College

Sacred Heart College, situated in Sorrento, Perth, is a leading Catholic co-educational institution renowned for delivering holistic education and fostering personal growth. The College is dedicated to excellence across its Four Pillars: Spiritual, Academic, Cultural, and Sport. These pillars shape a balanced and vibrant school community that encourages all members to strive upward and reach their full potential. Guided by its core values of Compassion, Courage, and Respect, Sacred Heart College inspires both students and staff to go beyond themselves and contribute positively to the wider community. With its strong reputation for outstanding achievement and its dynamic, supportive environment, Sacred Heart College stands as a beacon for families seeking a values-driven and well-rounded educational experience. As part of a planned Professional Development day, the college leadership wanted to move beyond traditional training sessions and cap off the day with an activity that was purely focused on fun, connection, and team spirit.

The Challenge: Ending a PD Day on a High

After a full day of professional learning, Sacred Heart College needed an outdoor activity that would re-energise its large staff of nearly 200 people. The primary objectives were clear:

• Create Connection: Provide an opportunity for colleagues from different departments to interact and get to know each other outside of their usual roles.
• Have Fun: Deliver a genuinely enjoyable and light-hearted experience that would leave everyone feeling positive.
• Finish Strong: End the PD day with a memorable highlight that celebrated the team’s camaraderie and spirit.

The challenge was to find a scalable solution that could engage a large group and transform the end of a workday into an exciting adventure.

The Solution: A Customised Adventure Quest

Total Team Building delivered a tailor-made Adventure Quest, blending technology and teamwork into an unforgettable race. Understanding the college’s desire for a unique experience, we crafted a bespoke journey for the 22 teams.

The event highlights included:

• Custom Route: The adventure began at Sacred Heart College and led teams along a scenic path to the finish line at Hillarys Boat Harbour, creating a real sense of journey and exploration.
• Interactive App-Based Fun: Using our GPS-powered app, teams unlocked a variety of photo, video, and problem-solving challenges. This format encouraged creativity, strategy, and plenty of laughter.
• Scalable for a Large Group: The activity was perfectly structured to handle 170-200 participants, ensuring that all 22 teams were actively engaged, challenged, and entertained throughout the event.

The quest was designed to be energetic and fast-paced, encouraging teams to work together, communicate effectively, and manage their time to score the most points. It was the perfect antidote to a day spent indoors, getting everyone moving, collaborating, and having a fantastic time.

The Outcome: Uniting a Team with Fun and Adventure

The Adventure Quest was a resounding success and the perfect conclusion to Sacred Heart College’s PD day. The atmosphere was filled with energy and enthusiasm as teams raced to complete challenges, creating shared stories and inside jokes along the way.

The key results were:

• Strengthened Team Connections: Staff members who rarely get to interact had the chance to work together, breaking down departmental silos and building stronger personal and professional bonds.
• Boosted Morale: The event generated an incredible buzz, with participants sharing photos and videos and celebrating their collective achievement. Everyone left feeling invigorated and more connected to their colleagues.
• A Memorable End to the Day: The college successfully achieved its goal of ending the day on a high. The Adventure Quest provided a fun, shared experience that staff talked about long after the event finished.

Sacred Heart College’s Adventure Quest demonstrated how a well-designed team-building activity can transform a standard PD day into an extraordinary experience, fostering a positive and cohesive staff culture.

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