On Wednesday, September 1, community members who work with kids are invited to an event entitled Find the
Spark…Igniting the Hidden Strengths of
All Children.
The free workshop, presented by the nationally recognized Search Institute, teaches adults about “Sparks,” which give children joy and energy, meaning, purpose and direction.
Pursuing their sparks helps children make positive choices about their activities and use of time, helps them develop their potential to the fullest, and helps them contribute to their families, schools, and communities right now and as they develop. Children with sparks lead more caring, responsible, healthy, and productive lives than those who do not have sparks.
Search will share with participants three key principles that, when present in a young person’s life, almost guarantee that they will thrive. In today’s fast-paced world, it’s more important than ever that adults closest to young people intentionally slow down and engage in conversations that matter; conversations rooted in the passions and interests of the young person. In addition to learning what Search has discovered about the sparks of America’s children, you will also receive practical strategies for engaging young people in dialogue that matters.
Find the Spark
will be held at the Arrowhead Center for the Arts on September 1 from 12:30 – 3:00 p.m. Anyone with questions is encouraged to call Joni at (218) 387-3605.
The event is sponsored by the School Community Action Team, with financial support from Cook and Lake counties North Shore Collaborative and a grant from Arrowhead Electric Cooperative’s Operation Roundup. Educational CEU’s and certificates of attendance are available.
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