Equipping the Next Generation Workshop

This is a day designed to help parents, grandparents, educators, administrators, pastors, youth pastors and anyone who works with youth, to understand the uniqueness of youth living in this time in history. (See more below.)
Tickets are available for: All-Day, Morning Only, and Afternoon Only. (Along with the option to buy 1 ticket for your entire team/staff to come together.)
Morning (9:00-12:00)
Understanding Today’s Unique Students: Gen Z & Gen Alpha
With technology addiction, mental health needs, and changing family dynamics affecting young people, many students are navigating significant challenges. As a creative, pragmatic, and diverse generation, with a desire to use their unique skills, they also have many opportunities to make a difference in the world. Growing up in a post-Christian culture, young people today also need intentional support as they grow in their faith. As we engage Gen Z (b. 1996-2010) and Gen Alpha (b. 2011-), it is critical to understand their learning styles, values, skills, and desires. This seminar provides practical understanding for anyone working with the next generation, and insights for connecting in meaningful ways with the young people in our lives.
LUNCH PROVIDED
Afternoon (1:00-2:30)
Gen Z in the Classroom: Teaching and Learning in the 21st Century
Blended and collaborative learning, redesigned learning spaces, and emerging technologies are just a few of the factors influencing how instruction occurs today. As education seeks to respond to a new type of student, and prepare them for a rapidly changing world, we find it necessary to adopt new methods and perspectives in our teaching. This session will look at current trends and present strategies for best engaging today’s learners and preparing them for a successful future.

Speaker Bio:
Jolene Erlacher, EdD studied education and leadership at the University of St. Thomas in Minneapolis. Jolene has experience in both K-12 and higher education. She researches and
speaks on generational trends and has written several books. In 2014, she founded her own company, Leading Tomorrow (www.leadingtomorrow.org), to provide training and consulting
for schools, non-profits, and businesses on engaging, teaching and equipping the next generation. Jolene is currently based out of central NC.