LANGLEY
May 1, 2024
Willoughby Church
20525 72nd Ave, Langley BC
Detailed Schedule
1:15-1:30
Please come to sign-in and drop off your students for the events! Sessions start promptly at 1:30pm
1:30-1:50
1:50-2:10
Sara Kraushar & Craig Kwiatkowski
2:10-3:10
How you parent your children changes dramatically as they mature. This workshop will equip you to consider how your roles change as your children go through the 4 stages of development. We will provide a blueprint to run on so you can more clearly communicate with your children the expanding opportunities and responsibilities that each stage entails. The goal is to give our children what they need in each stage so that frustration stays low and attachment stays high.
Kim & Darlene Unrau
3:10-3:30
Break
3:30-4:30
In a world of so very many voices clamouring for your child’s attention to adopt values that are not yours, how is one to stay attached to their child or to rebuild attachment that has been lost? Go on a journey of developing a mindset to connect before we direct, soften before we solve and reinforce the bonds that bind us together. We want your voice to be among the most powerful voices in their life. Join Kim and Darlene as they share practical strategies, life lessons and stories from their experiences and learning.
Kim & Darlene Unrau
3:30-4:30
Ever wondered how to prepare your child for the digital age while staying true to your family values? In this workshop, Karen will delve into the importance of equipping middle school students with digital literacy skills and fostering healthy technology discipline through a Biblical lens. She will discuss strategies to empower students with the autonomy and responsibility to navigate the digital landscape effectively and develop a balanced approach to technology usage. Topics include investigating current research, engaging in collaborative discussion, and exploring digital universal supports available to HCOS students, such as Google Workspace, Read&Write, and Grammarly. Participants will gain valuable insights and actionable steps to guide their children towards becoming responsible and empowered digital citizens, grounded in both Biblical wisdom and contemporary understanding.
Karen Roeck
3:30-4:30
Join us for “Create a Plan for Successful Grad,” a workshop tailored specifically for parents of grad students. Throughout this session, we’ll guide you through essential steps to foster a healthy and supportive environment, acknowledging the student’s learning style, identifying goals, creating balance, checking their productivity meter, being willing to adapt, asking for help, showing grace, celebrating wins, and planning ahead. This workshop offers valuable insights and tools to empower you and your students on this journey.
Laura Nelson
4:30-4:35
Transition to Sanctuary
4:35-4:50
Closing of Afternoon & Door Prize Raffle
4:50-6:30
Dinner Break
6:30-8:00
Equipping and encouraging parents, educators and youth influencers to have many mini conversations about godly sexuality. You are the ones on the front lines. If you don’t talk with your kids about sex, the internet and others will teach them. A Biblical approach includes practical neuroscience research, stories, illustrations and conversation starters which you can use as you navigate your child and teen through these years.
Kim & Darlene Unrau
8:00
1:15-1:30
Please come to sign-in and drop off your students for the events! Sessions start promptly at 1:30pm
1:30-2:30
Take the students outside, divide them up and play a capture-the-flag type game and other camp-style games.
1:30-2:30
Learn the art of paper-folding and make an origami mobile! Each student will make four paper cranes, thread them and tie them onto straws or chopsticks.
1:30-2:30
Come and have fun creating with paper plates! Make a sculpture out of paper plates, or create a variety of animals using paper plates and craft supplies.
1:30-2:30
Get ready to have a blast with Dash Robots! Join us for an action-packed session of learning and fun as we explore the exciting world of robotics. You’ll get to play with Dash, one of the coolest robots out there, and learn how to program it to do all sorts of cool things. It’s a workshop you won’t want to miss!
This workshop presents a unique opportunity for students to delve into the world of robotics and coding. You’ll be captivated as your virtual coding transforms into a tangible learning experience in real-time. Dash’s impressive performance and array of sensors will ignite your imagination and inspire the inventors of tomorrow.
We’re excited to offer this workshop, which aligns with ADST (Applied Design Skills and Technologies) standards. Join us for an unforgettable adventure in coding and see where your creativity takes you!
2:30-2:35
Break & Transition
2:35-3:35
Do you like board games? This session is for you. Join other HCOS students led by teachers in a session to play some board games during this time. Bring your enthusiasm and cooperation as we look forward to some gaming fun.
2:35-3:35
Marble Mania: Build & Race Workshop (Grades 4-7)
It’s time to get creative with marble runs! Students can dive into a world of fun by using all sorts of materials they find around to build their very own marble runs. Whether they want to work solo or team up, the sky’s the limit! If racing is the name of the game, we’ll make sure everyone has the same amount of materials to see who can design the speediest run. Don’t worry if building seems tricky – we’ve got plastic runs ready to assemble for students who might find independent creation challenging. It’s all about having a blast and exploring the endless possibilities!
2:35-3:35
Lego, Keva planks, straws and connectors. We’ll introduce each other and talk about what we like building. We’ll discuss building activities as a group and be presented with some options for building challenges (self-directed is fine too). Students will break into groups and work on projects. We may take time to present projects to the group at the end and ask each other questions
2:35-3:35
Join us for an exciting active time of tag, soccer, duck-duck-goose, relay races, follow-the-leader, and fitness circuits. Come outside and get moving!
3:35-4:40
Break & Transition
3:40-4:45
Welcome to our Four Square Fun! Get ready to jump in and enjoy some friendly competition in the classic playground game of Four Square. Let’s bounce, laugh, and have a blast together! See you on the court!
3:40-4:45
Join us for an exciting active time of tag, soccer, duck-duck-goose, relay races, follow-the-leader, and fitness circuits. Come outside and get moving!
3:40-4:45
Drawing inspiration from biblical principles, join us in a workshop designed for teens to explore the transformative power of gratitude journaling in nurturing a spirit of thankfulness and resilience. Rooted in biblical teachings on gratitude and thanksgiving, this workshop will guide participants through practical techniques for initiating and sustaining a gratitude journaling practice. Through reflective activities and discussions, participants will delve into biblical passages that emphasize the importance of gratitude and discover ways to apply these teachings in their daily lives. By fostering a supportive community where teens can share their experiences and insights, we aim to empower them to cultivate a deeper sense of gratitude and faith, echoing the biblical admonition to “give thanks in all circumstances” (1 Thessalonians 5:18).
3:40-4:45
Lego Simple Machines: Hands-On Exploration for Grades K-3! (Grades K-3) Session Full
Join us for an exciting workshop where young learners in grades K-3 will dive into the world of simple machines with Lego! Students will embark on a hands-on exploration of engineering and physics concepts as they design and build their own simple machines using Lego bricks. From levers and pulleys to gears and wheels, participants will discover how these basic components work together to perform tasks and solve problems. With guidance from experienced facilitators, students will unleash their creativity and problem-solving skills while having a blast with Lego!
3:40-4:45
Unlock creativity and STEM exploration with Keva Planks for grades 4-7! Dive into hands-on building fun that sparks imagination and problem-solving skills. From constructing epic structures such as towers, bridges and spirals to diving into design challenges, Keva Planks offers endless possibilities for students to learn, collaborate, and have a blast! We also have some other games and activities available during this time.
4:45-4:50
Transition to pick up locations Pick-up your children!
Speakers
Kim and Darlene Unrau
With over 30 years of experience in working with youth and parents, Kim and Darlene Unrau bring their passion to equipping parents to stay connected confidently, navigate through changing and challenging situations and initiate 1000s of little, ongoing conversations transferring their values onto their children. With Kim’s degree in Theology and three decades of experience in pastoral counselling, he has developed Inspired Life Training. With an MA in Education majoring in counselling, Darlene’s present role is one of creator, presenter and trainer of the True To You curriculum offered in workshops to both students and youth influencers in public and private settings. Their joy is three wonderful sons, two exquisite daughters-in-law and two adorable grandchildren. Kim and Darlene have been married for 36 years and reside in Kelowna.
You can find out more about their combined ministry on RadicalRelationships.love.
Karen Roeck
Director of Middle School
Laura Nelson
Grad Advisor