“Your body holds deep wisdom. Trust in it. Learn from it. Nourish it.

Watch your life transform and be healthy.”

Positive Lifestyles

2016 Conference

October 19th

Queensbury Centre

and

Credit Union

Eventplex

Regina Catholic School Division

GREETINGS FROM THE PLANNING COMMITTEE

It is my pleasure to welcome you to the inaugural “Positive Lifestyles” Student Leadership Conference on behalf of Regina Catholic Schools. Regina Catholic Schools believes in building the capacity of the future leaders within our school division and community. We believe that this event is an investment in the healthy, active, faith-filled lifestyles of our student leaders. Students will be exposed to keynote speakers,

multimedia presentations, opening/closing liturgies, and a variety of active and engaging breakout sessions focusing on the latest and most relevant topics that will foster positive relationships and develop lasting leadership skills that will be carried forward throughout this school year and the years to come. The speakers and presenters come with a wide variety of skill sets that will undoubtedly provide all participants with a quality learning experience rooted in the principles of leadership and leading “Positive Lifestyles”. Enjoy your day interacting and building relationships with your peers from schools across the division. We look forward to seeing the skills of our student leaders being developed here, put into practice as you lead “Positive Lifestyles” into the future. Graham Hayes Physical Education/Health Consultant

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

TIME ACTIVITY

9:15 AM – 9:45 AM Arrival & Registration

9:45 AM – 11:00 AM

Welcome

Liturgy

Keynote Address

11:00 AM – 11:15 AM Nutrition Break

11:15 AM – 11:55 AM Breakout Session #1

11:55 AM – 12:30 PM Subway Lunch

12:30 PM – 1:30 PM Motivational Media Presentation

1:30 PM – 1:40 PM Transition Time

1:40 PM – 2:20 PM Breakout Session #2

2:20 PM – 2:35 PM Nutrition Break/Transition Time

2:35 PM – 3:15 PM Breakout Session #3

3:15 PM – 3:25 PM Transition Time

3:25 PM – 4:05 PM Breakout Session #4

4:05 PM – 4:15 PM Transition Time

4:15 PM – 4:45 PM

Acknowledgements

Closing Prayer

Culminating Video

4:45 PM Loading Busses

ALVIN LAW- KEYNOTE SPEAKER

Alvin was born in 1960 in the town

of Yorkton, Saskatchewan. He is a

well-respected motivational speaker.

Alvin tours with his wife Darlene,

and he speaks to many groups about

overcoming obstacles in life. He

demonstrates resilience and inspires

people to break down barriers that

may be blocking their path to

success. He says, “We all have

obstacles in life. It is ultimately our attitude that determines whether they block our path to success, or

strengthen us on our journey.” Alvin has overcome many obstacles in his own life. He was born without

arms as a result of exposure to Thalidomide (a prescription drug used by pregnant woman to help reduce

the intensity of morning sickness). While many people would view this condition as a hindrance, Alvin

instead embraces his uniqueness. He says, “The best thing that ever happened to me is being born

without arms. It brought me to circumstances never thought possible.” Alvin is sure to amaze you with

his touching stories, impressive talents and positive perspective on life.

MOTIVATIONAL MEDIA- SPECIAL PRESENTATION

Motivational Media aims to both challenge and inspire young people to develop strategies that will enable them to reach their true potential so that their life choices will not be diminished through avoidable and harmful behaviours.

Motivational Media's programs are high impact presentations delivered in schools and other organizations. We make use of three large, panoramic screens, along with state of the art synchronized projectors, producing an image 13 metres wide. This is combined with amplified sound, current popular music and inspirational stories creating an experience that grips students’ attention like no other program.

The package includes detailed follow-up material, including student worksheets, that assist educators to reinforce and practically apply the harm avoidance and minimization strategies highlighted in the on screen presentation.

BREAKOUT SESSIONS

BEAUTIFUL BODIES

Come to this session to test your knowledge and find out what really makes a beautiful body!

The session will be split up into 3 topic areas:

1. Media, models, magazines, and more

Learn the secrets behind the images we see all around us.

2. Our bodies can do amazing things!

Watch videos and participate in a few activities to discover and celebrate some of the

amazing things your body can do!

3. Which diet is best?

You often hear about the latest popular diets that are supposed to leave you feeling and

looking amazing: juice cleanses, detox diets, low carb diets…BUT do they really work? Does

healthy eating really have to be that difficult and complicated?? Find out what healthy

eating really looks like and how these other diets stack up.

All participants will leave this session with a take-home ‘Happy Healthy Action Plan’.

Presenter: Chelsea Brown - Registered Dietitian, Regina Qu’Appelle Health Region

Location: Salon 3

EVERYTHING YOU WANTED TO KNOW ABOUT MENTAL HEALTH

This engaging session will focus on common stressors in adolescence and review both

unhealthy and healthy ways adolescents cope with the countless struggles and responsibilities

during the teenage years (e.g., self-harm, exercise, expressive activity, etc.). Using various

interactive activities and mediums you will also learn about the signs of mental health concerns

(for you and others) and what to do about them.

Presenters: Psychologists and Counsellors from Ehrlo Counselling Services

Location: Conference Room 5

CULTURAL DIVERSITY

This interactive session will be focused around the fun activity, “Create-a-Culture”. Participants

will have a blast while exploring cross-cultural communication. You will also depart with the

knowledge of how we can make our school an even more welcoming place that reflects the

backgrounds of all students.

Presenters: Multicultural Council of Saskatchewan Presenters Rhonda Rosenberg (Executive

Director) and Yordanos Tesfamariam (Education Coordinator)

Location: Conference Room 6

REGINA POLICE SERVICES

Most people think that policing is just being on patrol, driving a fast car with lights and sirens on

to emergencies and arresting people. Man are they ever wrong! Policing is way more than that.

Regina Police Service has about 400 police officers divided in about 20 different units. In this

40-minute presentation, we will briefly talk about police as a career. We will also talk about

what types of things police deal with in Regina. For example, our street gangs in this city, their

motives and the myths about gang life. We’ll talk about and show you some graffiti found in

Regina, their meanings and what to do when you see them. And finally, what happens when

you have a criminal record. What could be the impact on your future? This presentation will

speed by. See you there!

Presenter: Cst. P. Chagnon

Location: Salon 1

ALL ABOUT DRUGS AND ALCOHOL- WHAT YOU DON’T KNOW & HAVE BEEN AFRAID TO ASK

Everywhere you go today there seems to be something in the news about drugs and alcohol. It

is also very prevalent in movies, TV and music. This session will explore the facts and myths

about using drugs and alcohol. Be sure to stop by for this interesting session focusing on what

you need to know about making good choices related to drugs and alcohol.

Presenter: Rand Teed

Location: Conference Room 4

INDESTRUCTIBLE THINKING- HOW TO LEAD AND CREATE SUCCESS In this session we'll look at how your thoughts are helping or hurting you when it comes to leadership and overall success. We'll talk about ways that you can create more effective relationships and we'll explore an interesting social experiment to see how this applies to creating powerhouse teams. You'll leave with strategies to make great decisions that will set you up for an incredible grade eight year! Presenter: Mike Chase Location: Salon A UNDERSTANDING DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP Our world is one that is becoming more digitally connected. We are exposed to texts, chats, apps, tweets, blogs, likes, videos, photos, games, memes, links to this, that, or whatever. You are told to think about your digital footprint and consider how it can impact your future, but where do you start? What does it mean to have a digital presence and use social media in a way that is true to who you are? In this session, we will examine how to connect with others safely and responsibly to promote social good in today’s digital world. Presenter: Jennifer Stewart-Mitchell Location: Salon 2

ZUMBA® FITNESS

Party Animals Welcome! Fitness…Perfect for Everyone! These Zumba® sessions are designed to

bring people together to sweat it on. Take the “work” out of workout, by mixing low-intensity

and high-intensity moves for an interval-style, calorie-burning fitness party! Once the Latin and

World rhythms take over, you’ll see why Zumba® Fitness classes are often called exercise in

disguise! Super effective? Check. Super fun? Check and check! A total workout combining all

elements of fitness—cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a

serious dose of awesome each time you leave class! Come party with me as we move to the

beat! ZUMBA LOVE!

Presenter: Sharlene Holliday

Location: EventPlex

DRUMFIT

DrumFIT® is a fitness based drumming program that combines the mental health benefits of

drumming with the overall health benefits of physical fitness. It is DrumFIT®’s philosophy that

everyone needs a chance to get their bodies moving and their minds engaged with physical

activity, before sitting down to focus or learn. DrumFIT® gets the entire body and mind working

together in unison, allowing students to focus, become fully engaged and increase their

performance in all subject areas.

Presenter: Sophia Yannitsos

Location: EventPlex

GYMBLAST Gymblast is a jam-packed, fun filled, program featuring a wide assortment of team building games and activities. The event is designed to raise school spirit, build team cooperation, and inspire students to live life to the fullest. As a result of this event, incredible school spirit is developed. We work with all students to help develop them as leaders. They are the keys to a successful event! Each event is designed for fun and team co-operation. Within our motivating activities, we strongly emphasize that winning is not the most important thing. Play hard. Play fair. Play safe.

Presenter: Regina Youth For Christ Location: EventPlex

TOUGH MARAUDER Join the exercise and movement specialists from Level 10 Fitness for a series of fitness, sport training and movement challenges. Level 10 has partnered with the Physical Education department at Miller Comprehensive Catholic High School to take Grade 11 and 12 Sport Performance and Active for Life courses to a whole new level. Get a taste of what this is all about in this invigorating, activity-based obstacle course session. Have no fear! The energy and enthusiasm of your fellow students will make it a fun-filled adventure. Come prepared to jump, climb, run, lift, crawl, throw and catch! Presenter: Level 10 Staff Location: EventPlex

COMMITTEE ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

Staff Representatives

Matthew Bresciani- Deshaye Catholic

Scott Brochu- St. Jerome

Chris Busby- Sacred Heart Community School

Sean Chase- CEC

Gilles Dauphinais- Sacred Heart Community School

Jenna Eger- St. Josaphat

Nolan Firnesz- St. Pius X

Graham Hayes- CEC

Carmel Nicolson- St. Gabriel

Branelle Zenuk- CEC

Student Representatives

Austin Chase- Michael A. Riffel

Rachel Evans- Archbishop M.C. O’Neill

Tylor Ludwar- Dr. Martin LeBoldus

Kaila Neigum- Miller Comprehensive Catholic

SPONSORS