Tomorrow’s Leaders Today

Tomorrow’s Leaders Today

2011 Youth Leadership Conference

“Finding & Using Your Voice”


Schedule of Activities and Workshops


Wednesday, August 3rd


12:00-2:30 Arrival and Registration

(Lunch may be purchased for a nominal fee in the UMD student cafeteria)


3:00-5:00 LARGE GROUP OPENING SESSION-Ballroom B

Welcome!

Large group activities

Dance Performance – Halo and members of Chozen Studios

Keynote Speaker & Performance – Guante

Willmar YLC—Introduction of Post Card project in art room



5:00-6:00 Dinner – Kirby Cafeteria


6:00-8:00 Large Group Presentation

Evening Presentation–R5 Productions–Ballroom B



8:30-8:45 Chaperone Meeting for ALL chaperones-Garden Room



9:00-12:00 Dance in Ballroom B

Art Projects in Ballroom C

Hot Spot Café hosted by Guante in Rafters

Group photos in Ballroom A


12:30AM Lights Out!


Thursday, August 4th


8:00-9:00 BREAKFAST


9:00-10:00 LARGE GROUP SESSION – Ballroom B

Prizes Awarded

R5 Productions Presentation—Point of View

10:15-12:00 Session I Workshops


Presenters: Lutheran Social Service SEARCH Program

Room: Ballroom C

There’s ICK and GOO. Make a mask—it’s you! Full participation is required.

Limited to first 24 participants!


Presenter: Guante

Room: Kirby 311

Don’t just yell about injustice and corrupt government. Poetry has the power to inspire, educate, and change peoples’ views and perspectives. This interactive workshop focuses on writing political poetry that can make a real impact.


Presenter: Gary Armstead & Ronald Austin
Room: Garden Room

Peer pressure, the lure of monetary and material gain are powerful forces which attract in the short term, but for many, also can detract and destroy. Be ready to participate as this is a very interactive workshop!

Presenter: Melissa Franckowiak & Maggie Kazel

Room: Rafters

Or MLK or Erin Brockovich? Wonder how to get things done? Aren't sure where to begin? Take your opinions and learn how to turn them into powerful changes - by building community and making a real difference. Tips, resources, exercises - humor & bubbles, no extra charge.


Presenter: Jill Von Holtum & ETV youth

Room: Ballroom A

Attend this interactive and fun workshop to get information on preparing and paying for college. Participants will break into groups to solve clues and search for information to complete the “Amazing College Race”.  The workshop is limited to 30 participants.





12:00-1:00 LUNCH


1:00-2:45 Session II Workshops


Presenter: UMD Outdoor Program

Room: Meet in the Ballroom

Climb your way to leadership skills ina challenging, energetic, and fun way. There will be NO sitting down in this session! Limited to first 30 participants!


Presenter: Gary Armstead & Ronald Austin
Room: Garden Room

Peer pressure, the lure of monetary and material gain is powerful forces which attract in the short term, but for many, also can detract and destroy. Be ready to participate as this is a very interactive workshop!

Presenter: Jennifer Mulligan, Dianne Briggs, and Stephen Briggs

Room: Rafters

Are you up to the challenge? If so…get ready to have a fun, interactive time with games and prizes promoting Communication and Team Work! Limited to first 40 participants!


Presenter: Ben Stowe

Room: Kirby 311

Do you dream about starting and running your own business someday?  Ben did when he was 16!  Learn how to use your own skills and interests to be your own boss.


Presenter: Change YOUth Control—Hennepin County

Room: Ballroom A

Leaving foster care soon? Learn how to make it easier from other foster youth.


Presenter: Dave Johnson & Dave Stromme

Room: Ballroom C

This workshop will be devoted to helping participants discover their creative talent, whether it be through writing lyrics, composing and/or playing original music. We will also explore the art of learning to work together with other people in order to reach a common goal.

3:00-5:00 Session III Workshops


Presenter: The SEARCH Program

Room: Ballroom C

There’s ICK and GOO. Make a mask—it’s you! But what does it say? Full participation is required. Limited to the morning’s 24 participants!


Presenter: Guante

Room: Kirby 311

Take poetry about social justice a step further. How can we throw effective fundraisers, use spoken work or hip-hop at rallies and other events, and forge an artist/activist alliance that benefits everyone? This discussion-based workshop will focus on sharing experiences and brainstorming ideas.


Presenter: Jennifer Mulligan, Dianne Briggs, and Stephen Briggs

Room: Rafters

Are you up to the challenge? If so…get ready to have a fun, interactive time with games and prizes promoting Communication and Team Work! Limited to first 40 participants!


Presenter: Change YOUth Control—Hennepin County

Room: Ballroom A

Leaving foster care soon? Learn how to make it easier from other foster youth.




5:00-6:00 DINNER


6:00-7:00 Newspaper Fashion Show – Ballroom B (Duluth YLC)


7:15 Minnesota Youth Leadership Council meeting- in Rafters

7:15 Sobriety Support Group-in Garden Room


8:30 PM BOARD BUSES FOR THE HARBOR CRUISE!


9:00-12:00 VISTA CRUISE


12:30 AM Lights Out!!

Friday, August 5th


8:00-9:00 BREAKFAST


9:00-10:30 CLOSING LARGE GROUP SESSION – Ballroom B

Evaluations & large group activities


Open Microphone (led by Jodi)

Prizes Awarded

Youth Worker Award


Dan Kornder Youth Leadership Award

Heart and Soul Award presented by Guante

Performance by Guante


Performance by Dave & Dave with workshop participants

TLT DVD / Slide Show


10:30-11:00 MOVE OUT OF DORMS, RETURN KEYS TO CHAPERONES

Chaperones please return keys to the conference registration room


Noon-ish Please enjoy lunch on us in the UMD cafeteria before you head home!


DRIVE SAFELY AND SEE YOU NEXT YEAR!