We all want to find our place and purpose in life; high school youth are no exception. Equipped with confidence and self-awareness, they can make positive connections in their everyday lives and define success on their own terms. Through this experiential, multi-media youth leadership program, students will learn that they already have the power to take control of their lives! Scientific research shows that we, incredibly, have the ability to rewire our brains in order to connect with our full potential and positively influence challenges such as pressure from peers and parents, lack of self esteem, and bullying. Successful schools understand this and aim to develop students' critical thinking.

Course Outline:
This exciting approach to youth leadership - based on the Institute of Health and Human Potential's proven emotional intelligence (EI) research and training - includes three 1/2 sessions over one school term. Combined with weekly online activities, journaling and ongoing support, Leadership Rewired!™equips your students to create stronger connections with others, gain more confidence and effectively manage the challenges of adolescence.

Day 1: Check Yourself (Self Awareness)
This workshop focuses on understanding the brain science behnd EI Key learning includes:

• Dealing with stress
• Recognizing the effects of peer pressure
• Understanding that words and actions don't always have the impact they want
• A picture of how emotions drive behavior
• Students leave with a greater self-awareness and valuable EI tools to immediately use in their everyday lives and relationships.

Day 2: Get Rewired! (Emotional Management)
Workshop 2 applies the knowledge gained from Workshop 1 to the challenge of managing everyday emotions. It provides tools and tactics to help teens manage stress, build a stronger sense or personal identity, and create positive change in themselves.

Day 3: Get Connected! (Emotional Connection)
Students will: