9:00 am - 10:30 am
It was a great experience, I learned a lot. It gave me the opportunity to see some areas where I need to work to better my leadership and my program!
Lorena DAfterschool Professional
Engaging Teens Part 2 – VIRTUAL
Please note: Only afterschool practitioners working with middle school, high school, or fifth grade elementary youth should register for this training.
Participants are REQUIRED TO ATTEND ALL TRAININGS in the series and complete assignments in between trainings.
By registering for this training, you are committing to all training session dates.
Part 1 – Why Necessary
Part 2 – Charting Your Course
In this age of distraction, getting the attention of teens can seem nearly impossible. However, with the right knowledge and approach, it can be done! In this two-part training, you will learn how to engage middle school youth in a way that empowers and motivates them. You will also explore the developmental features of the adolescent brain and receive strategies for developing fun programs and activities that keep teens coming back.
Upon successful completion of this training series and follow-up assignment(s), the participant can earn up to .5 CEUs of training.
Why Necessary – Part 1
Training Objectives:
Participants will:
- Describe the features of adolescent development.
Charting Your Course - Part 2
Training Objectives:
Participants will:
- Identify the four pillars of effective teen engagement.
- Develop a project charter to help guide the process of improving teen engagement.
Core Knowledge, Skills and Competencies Addressed (CKSCs):
Child/Youth Growth and Development
Identify – D. Recognizes that children and youth learn and develop through experience and active participation.
Relationships and Interactions with Children and Youth
Individual Child/Youth Guidance
Identify – B. Is aware of factors that may impact behavior.
Identify – C. Forms realistic expectations about child/youth behaviors.
Enhancing Group Experiences
Apply – E. Gathers direct input from children and youth to improve group experiences.
Apply – F. Designs effective group activities and interactions based on current research, curriculum, and child/youth needs and input.
Primary QIS Scales Addressed:
IV. Engaging Environment
IV-P. Supporting Young People’s Interests