2011 Salt Lake Thomas Jefferson Education Forum

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  Becoming the Heroes of Our Own Stories

  Presenter:

  Olivia Votaw

  “Heroism is one of the fundamental patterns built into all of us, a universal potentiality that must, however, be ignited to be realized.” -Louise Cowan
  
  Becoming the heroes of our own life stories is a process, one that hinges on the quality of the stories that form our personal canon. Whether we realize it or not, the stories we choose to include in our personal canon define us and our destinies. Core stories that are broken rob us of our heroic potential, while whole stories endow us with truth, freedom, mercy and hope.

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  Come, Play with Me: Inspiring the learning Adventure

  Presenter:

  ToriAnn Perkey

  You've committed to "Inspire, Not Require." You've thrown away the scripted curriculum and dry textbooks. You're ready to plunge into the unknown. Now what? Does inspiring seem theoretical--nebulous--hard? Come join an interactive workshop where we will learn what makes one learning experience inspiring and another bland and boring. We will break down inspiring learning into concrete, applicable categories and then learn how to determine which category to use based on what and who you want to inspire.

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  Create a Family Mission Statement

  Presenter:

  Jodie Palmer

  How do families consciously develop a picture of who they are and the environment and feelings that make up their home? What are we doing to consciously articulate the core purpose of our family? How is your family unique? A family mission statement is this articulation of your family’s core purpose. It becomes part of the family canon and the inspiration for the creation of a family's culture.

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  Crucible Experiences: Why Every Scholar Needs Them

  Presenter:

  Kathy Mellor

  Reading and discussing classics is indispensable for developing statesmen.  But crucible experiences are what prepare you to actually be one!  This interactive presentation will be between the 2010 Andau Character Prize winner and his mentor.  Join us to find out why simulations, high pressure public speaking experiences, and debating can give adults and scholars alike the opportunity to develop greatness!  Transforming from coal to diamonds requires heat and pressure—learn how to be the kind of mentor that can create meaningful crucible experiences for the scholars in y

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  From Hopeless Martyr to Happy Mother: Teaching Your Children to Work

  Presenter:

  Rachel Keppner

  The idea that homemaking has the potential to change from drudgery to joyful mothering has both inspired and haunted me during the eighteen years I've been a homemaker. Through the extensive study of great homemaking classics, I have been inspired by the way households of the past were managed by accomplished homemakers. And over the years, I became determined to better serve my family and bring order to my home. Thus I began a tremendous journey to change myself from being a Hopeless Martyr to becoming a Happy Mother.

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  How and Why to Take Your Family on Outdoor Adventures

  Presenter:

  Nels Jensen

  Build relationships. Increase courage. Connect with nature. These are just three of the many blessings you will experience as you thoughtfully seek adventures in the outdoors with your family. I’ll show you when, how, where and why to get yourself and your loved ones into the backcountry—and I’ll show you how to make it easier than listening to John Denver sing “Rocky Mountain High”. (Almost.)

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  Inspiration: An Art

  Presenter:

  BreAn Buckner

  Do you struggle inspiring? Do you find yourself asking what inspiration even is? Do you "get it" sometimes, but other times wonder how to be a consistent inspirer? This class will help you define inspiration, know places where inspiration is found, help you understand the inspiration process that all great mentors have gone through, and cover techniques that all great inspirers have used. It is a class ment for those who are wanting to apply inspiration in their positions of stewardship, as well as for those that know what they are doing, but have a hard time explaining it to others.

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  It's a Miracle: Eat and Be Thin

  Presenter:

  Tres Hatch

  In her book: Miracle Pill 10 Truths to Healthy, Thin, and Sexy, TV chef and author Tres Hatch reveals how she lost 110-pounds without dieting. Moreover, she fundamentally changed herself from someone with a lifelong weight problem to someone who no longer battles her weight—without sacrificing her love for yummy food. This class teaches you how to change your body in a permanent way, by changing the way you think. These 10 Truths and the principles behind them help you think like a thin person, which makes you behave like one, and ultimately, changes your body.

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  Kiddie Colloquium

  Presenter:

  Shauna Bird Dunn

  “What is the use of a book,” thought Alice, “without pictures or conversations?” (Lewis Carroll, Alice in Wonderland)

  There is so much more to learning through literature than moving your eyes across the page or hearing the words. Internalizing, discussing, and using extension activities make books blossom and literature come to life so that what we read becomes part of who we are. Blending rigorous research with practical solutions, we will explore how to mine the richness of literature and turn books--tried and true classics as well as great new discoveries--into treasure.

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  Love of Learning--It's Not Just a Phase

  Presenter:

  Kelli Poll

  A vital element to a healthy Love of Learning is often missed. We talk about Love of Reading and Interests, but there is something more, and it makes all the difference. It is the something we describe about great students, mentors, parents, leaders, athletes, etc. A choice of mindset is the difference between the learner and the non-learner, the leader and the non-leader. Find out what a complete Love of Learning is and how to develop it in yourself and others. This is a mindset for all phases.

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  Making Cents out of Setbacks: Keeping Your Sanity in a Tough Economy

  Presenter:

  Leslie Householder

  When life throws you a financial curve-ball, how can you turn it into one of the greatest things that has ever happened to you? Welcome to "Making Cents out of Setbacks," the class that gives you the insight, empowerment, and knowledge you need to rise above life's toughest and most disappointing blows. You'll learn to discover, utilize and trust your intuition for making the right choices, which can dependably lead you toward the life you're meant to enjoy. Through humor and a never-ending supply of "aha moments," you'll discover that it's never too late to bounce back.

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  Mentors to Match our Message

  Presenter:

  Mary Biesinger

  Have you struggled with becoming the mentor that you feel you amazing youth need to have?  Have you gone back and forth between inspire, require, and sometimes even ignore? In this class, we will use the lives and messages of great individuals that have modeled inspirational mentoring to explore what it takes to be a truly inspiring mentor. We will discuss practical ways how to apply those key ingredients to help you become the mentor you have always wanted to become.

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  Music Motivation--Helping Children & Teens Get Excited About Learning Their Instruments with "Music that Excites, Entertains, and Educates"

  Presenter:

  Jerald M. Simon

  
  What motivates your children and teens to want to practice their instrument(s)? Is there a difference between practicing and playing the piano? Can learning a musical instrument be fun, upbeat, and something students can't wait to do? What are the benefits of learning a musical instrument and why does music play such an important part in our lives? Music students of all ages can re-ignite their love of music and become motivated to learn a musical instrument. Join Music Mentor™ Jerald M.

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  Physics, Biology, Chemistry...Oh My! Teaching the Fine Art of Exploration

  Presenter:

  Janine Bolon

  Do you ever feel overwhelmed by the shear mass of information our kids get to learn? Do you ever wonder how you are ever going to be able to teach them the sciences when there is SO much out there? Well, time to take a deep breath and calm down. In this session Janine is going to give you tips from the Scientist's (She worked as an Analytical Biochemist for 15 years) perspective on how to teach your Core, Love of Learners and Scholars the Sciences as a whole. You also want to have fun, right?

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  Raising Up a Hero Generation

  Presenter:

  Richard & Emily C...

  The Threat: Playstation. Cell phones. Television. Facebook. Friends. Radio. Movies – the demands for your child’s attention are endless. With all of these distractions it seems our society is creating a generation of apathetic floaters.
  
  The Solution: Ho, Knights! Greetings, Fair Maidens! In this workshop you will learn how we, as parents and mentors, can raise up a generation that is willing to make sacrifices, do the hard work of a Leadership education and become the Heroes of tomorrow.

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  Reflections of Love-of-Learning Dad: The Father's Role in the Early Years of Leadership Education

  Presenter:

  Gove Allen

  Let's face it: Although the decision to engage in parent-led, home based education is often made by the whole family (or at least by both parents), the bulk of the teaching responsibility usually falls to Mom. This presentation discusses lessons learned from trying a variety of approaches to finding the right fit for Dad as a support to the daily love of learning education program. Math, writing, spelling, reading, history and more: learn what has worked well and what has worked not so well for this family that has been actively pursuing leadership education since 2004.

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  Scheduling Success

  Presenter:

  Lara Gallagher

  Scheduling Success means two things, using a schedule successfully and scheduling to make your homeschool, family, profession and every area of your life successful.  I spent a year of my life learning how to make a schedule that works for my family and watching the almost overnight difference it has made in our home.  In this class I am going to share the things I have learned and help you go home and start your own schedule for success.  

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  Scholar Phase Mentor Meetings

  Presenter:

  James Ure

  Over the past three years I have done approximately 500 mentor meetings with youth ages 14-18. I have learned that weekly accountability meetings with scholar-phase students are essential. I've also learned that the best meetings are very simple. In this workshop, I have three shiny keys to share with you, as well as Williamsburg's signature time management tool, the Student Accountability Report. When you leave this workshop you will have the knowledge and tools you need for effective scholar-phase mentor meetings with your youth.

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  Shepherding Future Statesmen: The Power of True Leadership Begins in the Home

  Presenter:

  Keri Tibbetts

  Delivered in 2 parts

  Come learn skills that will help you to teach your children responsibility, obedience, accountability, and respect, without compromising your relationship with them.  Help them to build their self-discipline without compromising their childlike tenderness, their God-given agency, their own self-respect, or any of the magic of childhood. Join me as we discuss ways to provide for your children’s emotional wholeness, equip them with security, confidence, and trust, without losing yourself in the process.

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  Stop the Conveyor Belt--I Want to Get Off: First Steps

  Presenter:

  Donna Goff

  Are you trying to avoid the conveyor-belt from the beginning? Are you on a conveyor-belt and wanting to get off? Are you already trying to do TJEd but feel lost? Come learn vital exit strategies for getting off the conveyor belt and receive:

  
  1. Helpful strategies to reorganize your thinking from the conveyor belt paradigm to the Leadership Education paradigm.

  
  2. What TJEd parents can do with their young Core Phase children to avoid the conveyor belt altogether and establish a solid foundation from the beginning.

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  Teaching Self Government

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  Nicholeen & Spenc...

  If we are constantly battling our children at home, how can we create an environment to build leaders?  The most inspiring of all lessons taught in the home is that of a good parent/child relationship.

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  The ABC’s of Teaching Genius

  Presenter:

  Angela Baker

  Do you want to know how to do TJ Ed and how to make it work in your home or classroom?  The key is great teaching.  Great teachers teach Genius.  They create environment.  In fact, great teachers ARE the environment where Genius is nurtured and developed.  It is great teaching that makes the principles of TJ Ed work.  Most of us come to TJ Ed with a conveyor belt background where the focus is teaching curriculum not Genius.  This poses stiff challenges to learning the art of great teaching.  These challenges are not insurmountable, but we must recogni

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  The Closet Part Two: The Essentials of What Really Makes The Closet Work

  Presenter:

  Mary Ann Johnson

  Do you want to nurture your child’s feelings of "love of learning?" Do you want to give your children an environment in which to engage in their love of learning? Are you tired of asking the unproductive question of, "What do you want to do/learn today?"  Would you like to create a system in which your core and love of learning phase children can watch older siblings experimenting, learning, exploring, etc. while engaging themselves in the same system? Would you like to have a system in which you can more effectively structure productive time, not content? This is the Closet.

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  The Closet, Part One: The Nuts and Bolts of Putting Your Closet Together

  Presenter:

  Mary Ann Johnson

  Do you want to nurture your child’s feelings of "love of learning?" Do you want to give your children an environment in which to engage in their love of learning? Are you tired of asking the unproductive question of, "What do you want to do/learn today?"  Would you like to create a system in which your core and love of learning phase children can watch older siblings experimenting, learning, exploring, etc. while engaging themselves in the same system? Would you like to have a system in which you can more effectively structure productive time, not content? This is the Closet.

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  The Leadership Family: A Tradition of the Past and Present

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  Nicholeen & Spenc...

  Without question there are principles for being a leader, and principles for teaching leadership, and the greatest leadership role we have is being a parent. A leader/parent must do their parenting different from other parents. So, how does leadership parenting compare with the other two styles of parenting? This class will look into the past and the future to analyze what is happening to parenting in the present. Leadership parenting is not new. It has been done many times before, but has been lost in a tidal wave social reform.

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  The Power of How

  Presenter:

  James Ferrell

  Adult Keynote Address

  In anything we do, there are two distinct elements -- there's what we do, and there's how we are being when we are doing it. Our attention to the difference between these two elements can literally change everything -- our way of being in our key relationships, our way of teaching, our way of working, and even the very way we measure our success as individuals, as parents, and as contributors in society. In our time together in this keynote, we'll uncover "the power of how" and its impact in making deep, lasting change.

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  The Utah Cottage Food Production Act of 2007: A Unique Opportunity for Contextual Education in the Home

  Presenter:

  Gove & Nicki Allen

  In 2007, the state of Utah passed the Cottage Food Production Act, which provided for certain foods to be produced in residential kitchens and sold to the general public. This law provides a unique opportunity for homeschool families to engage in home-based businesses involving the production of food. There is a substantial amount of work required to comply with the statute.

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  The World of Online Education

  Presenter:

  Nels Jensen

  The Information Age is over. The Conceptual Age has begun. The knowledge and skills that American students learned last generation are still important, but no longer sufficient to prepare today's students to survive and thrive. New aptitudes are needed; new delivery methods are needed. Online education (formal and informal) is rising up to teach the new aptitudes through creative new delivery methods, and it is growing at an incredible pace.

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  TJEd: Not Just for Homeschool

  Presenter:

  Janette Wagner

  We have seen beautiful examples of TJEd being taught and applied in homeschool families. But what about businesses, organizations and other types of schools? Or what about families where homeschool isn't a good fit? Can TJEd be applied effectively there? Definitely! Learn to follow a simple checklist that will move your family, business or organization from conveyor belt to leadership.

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  What Can I Learn from a Bunch of Ancient Dead Greek Guys? (Making History Functional)

  Presenter:

  Janine Bolon

  Perseus, Polybius, Celsus...an awful lot of 'uses. Why should you care? Why should your children care? I mean really..History! UGH!  Is anything more boring? Yes, it can be the driest, dullest, dreariest topic known if you don't know why you're learning it. Come hear Janine explain the value of history, why you should study it and how to learn it with your family in a way where history comes alive. Where history is vibrant, exciting, full of meaning and energy.

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Youth Forum Ages 12-13

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  92 Days in Uganda

  Presenter:

  Ben Brown

  In 2008, Ben spent 92 days in Uganda, Africa. During that time he was chased by monkeys and warthogs. He white-water rafted the Nile River. He battled wild dogs. He was adopted into an African clan. He changed lives. He was changed. He went to Africa as a mentor, to teach and to serve. He became Africa’s student. Join Ben as he shares the lessons he learned on the other side of the world, lessons about life, responsibility, and how to have impact in the world, even when you’re a just a teenager.

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  How to Listen to Music

  Presenter:

  Josh Burton

  Ask yourself this question: is there any piece of music that you love so much that you would walk into a raging fire to save the last copy? Josh Burton would. In fact, Josh loves music enough to walk into several fires for it. If you can't say the same about the stuff you listen to, then you need this formal introduction to music! Very few in today's world understand the art of listening, what kind of music to listen to, or why a life can never be complete without it - but by the end of this presentation, you will.

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  Is She the Greatest Teenage Girl of All Time?

  Presenter:

  Chris Jones

  She was a shepherdess who crowned the King of France. She was a shy girl that led some of the greatest military victories of her age. She was tried as a heretic, burned at the stake, then pardoned by the Pope and made a Saint.
  
  So here's the real question: who was Joan of Arc really? How much of what we hear of her is myth, and how much truth? And the biggest question of all: was this 14-year-old girl for real?
  
  

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  One Millionth of a Volt

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  Jim Rhoades

  "Did you know that it only takes one millionth of a volt of energy to change your mind? And such a little bit of energy can make such a big difference in our future."
  Jim Rhoades
  
  "Whatever good things we build end up building us."
  Jim Rohn:
  
  Making the journey fun is just one of the keys to discovering and embracing your personal mission, come learn the rest. I guarantee that one decision can change it all.
  
  Jim Rhoades is a master storyteller. The title of this story is "Do Bad Things Ever Happen to Good People?

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  Who Shall Prepare for the Battle? The Wee Free Men of Course!

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  Shauna & Brent Dunn

  Combining both fun and learning, Brent will be presenting as a Nac Mac Feegle, a kilt-clad, blue-skinned, pictsie. The similarity between Brent and these rough and tumble rowdies has led Shauna to ban the telling of most of the stories from Brent's youth. As the responsible adult in the Dunn house, Shauna will be presenting as Tiffany Aching, the hard working, and ever observant young heroine. Through the eyes of these delightful characters from Terry Pratchet's Wee Free Men we will explore the principles of leadership articulated in the book Certain Trumpets.

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Youth Forum Ages 14-15

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  Healthy vs. Thin: What's Feeding Your Self-Image?

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  Tres Hatch

  In this class TV chef and author Tres Hatch reveals how she lost 110-pounds without dieting. Moreover, she no longer battles her weight—without restricting treats. This class busts the 5 health myths most commonly believed by kids. It also teaches you to get in harmony with your body so you never develop a weight problem. The salient principles of this discussion include: de-activate binges and compulsions, health is beauty, diets make you fat, and learn to hear your body talk. Also included is a tasting exercise, with a focus on honoring your body with love and gratitude.

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  Lines of Conflict

  Presenter:

  Adam Hailstone

  Although Americans generally lead peaceful lives, our nation is involved in heated conflicts around the globe. We are dealing with wars in Afghanistan and Iraq, potential nuclear threats in Iran and North Korea, and economic battles with China and other countries. Why do these conflicts matter, and how do they impact your life? This workshop will teach today’s youth important skills they can use to understand world events in this fascinating time in history.

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  Wanted: Heroes Dead or Alive

  Presenter:

  Celestia Shumway,...

  An average, ordinary kid, found himself in WWII stationed at the anti-aircraft guns on the USS Chicago while under attack from Japanese bombers. The ship had already been hit by six torpedoes and was going down. This kid took down one of the enemy planes before machine gun fire from another struck him in the back. He stayed at his post and shot down yet another enemy plane. Refusing to leave until the attack ended, he walked off the ship minutes before it went under.
  
  One hero found.
  
  Join us in the search for heroes dead and alive as the fight for freedom continues.

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  What's a Crucible Anyways?

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  Kathy Mellor and ...

  What does it take to be the kind of leader who can stand up when the heat is on? Sure you’re reading a lot of great books about amazing leaders in history, but do you have what it takes to actually BE one? Crucible Experiences allow you a chance to find out if you can handle the pressure and turn your knowledge into impact! The 2010 Andau Character Prize Winner, Andrew Humiston, will share with you what it’s like to be in the Crucible over and over again and emerge a better person each time.

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  Youth Keynote Session - Special Guest: Eric Proffitt, and Keynote Speaker Leslie Householder: Mission Impossible and Other Outrageous Lies

  Presenter:

  Leslie Householder

  Special Guest: Eric Proffitt

  Keynote Address  with Leslie Householder - Mission: Impossible and Other Outrageous Lies

  You were put on this planet with an inborn desire to find and accomplish your unique life’s mission – one that will become your passion, your purpose, your meaningful contribution to the world, and ultimately, your legacy. The world would have you believe that you are not good enough, smart enough, strong enough, or clever enough to discover and accomplish that mission.

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Youth Forum Ages 16-18

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  Five Tough Things about Being an Entrepreneur

  Presenter:

  James Ure

  Hi. I'm James, and I have a _______ business here in town. [Little does this person know this is one of my first times ever doing _____.] Have you ever had ____ done on your home before? [I'm not even quite sure I know how to do ____ correctly.] Would you like a free estimate? [I have little idea about what I should charge here.] Will you allow me to _____? [I'm really not sure if I want you to say yes or no.] Being an entrepreneur is harder than saddling up a greasy rhinoceros with a bald chicken under each arm.

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  The Power of Story

  Presenter:

  Angela Baker

  Damsels in distress, kingdoms threatened, seemingly insurmountable odds, and a hero or heroine who, having never faced such challenges, doesn’t know yet how powerful they are.  That’s story—engaging, inspiring, suspenseful, heart-warming, life-changing, and unforgettable.  Story isn’t just found in books and movies.  Every person’s life is a story—even yours.  Why not make your story one worth telling again and again?  You can!  In this class we’ll explore some of the greatest stories of all time to discover the 4 Elements of Story.  You’ll see that a grea

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  Why Science and Math Are Essential in Leadership Education

  Presenter:

  Mike Wilson

  It has been said that the 21st century is the Century of Biology. If this is the case, effective and powerful leaders must have a deep and powerful understanding of the mathematic and scientific that provide the foundation for modern science. In this lecture, Dr. Wilson will discuss the history of science, its relationship to leadership and liber education, and why tomorrow's leaders need to understand mathematic thinking and scientific discovery in order to impact the world and fulfill their missions.

   

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