SKILL BUILDING WORKSHOP
Program Outline:
What attendees had to say:
“We learned more about problem solving, public speaking, and how to sell ourselves a little bit more. It was really fun.” – Kyle Williams, MC2STEM
“There were a lot of activities and I was able to learn about communication, improv, and design.” – Benjamin Wilford, Cuyahoga Valley Christian Academy
“I learned how to think on my feet and how to just be a better person as a leader and get to know people.” – Brady Kaas, Chagrin Falls
“All speakers were engaging and had fun activities.” – Educator
Green Light Improv (Nathan Minns): Workshop focuses on confident, adaptable communication. Working together, presenting, and communicating with confidence. Step into a world where new ideas are celebrated, new experiences are embraced, and adaptability is second nature. Imagine a group that values everyone’s input, adapts quickly to new information, and seeks out change.
Effective Leadership Academy (ELA): Students will work together to navigate through an experiential learning activity representing the need for ‘smart failure,’ support from others, the ability to pivot, and resilience as entrepreneurs.
designExplorr: Students will use empathy mapping, brainstorming, artistic prototyping, and critical thinking to create a solution in this hands-on social-impact design challenge.