The Grotesque Quest: An Immersive Approach to Student Belonging

How can we create learning experiences that help students feel connected before the real work of learning begins? The Grotesque Quest is a creative, curriculum-integrated experience designed to strengthen student belonging, engagement and connection. In this interactive 90-minute session, Dr Gemma Irving and Sean Mitchell will share the story of the initiative, its impact on students, and the lessons learned from scaling and refining the approach over time. Expect movement, discussion and practical insights into creating memorable learning experiences that foster belonging, engagement and connection from day one.