HCHY List: Youth Mini Poster

Wed Dec 31 09:59:15 CST 2008

Colleen,

Thanks for driving home the importance of involving youth. We have been
getting feedback from our current youth editorial board, but we don't want
to stop there! Last week I sent out a call for applications to our next
youth ed board that will start up in early 2009. We are still taking
applications and would love to hear from you or directly from a young person
who's interested in participating!

If you know a youth who would like to participate, please have them send me
the following information:

First and Last Name:
Age:
Grade in School:
E-mail Address:
Mailing Address:
Phone Number:
Why would you like to participate on the youth editorial board?

On Wed, Dec 31, 2008 at 9:52 AM, Colleen Mahoney <mahoneyc at cox.net> wrote:

>    I already sent my preference to Alison and forgot to forward to list.
> I didn't save it but basically said #2 as a mother of a 16 year old boy. =
 I
> also stressed the importance of considering the illustrations/pictures and
> targeting various groups (gender, interests, etc) separately.  For instan=
ce,
> my son is very into athletics both as an athlete and youth coach...a theme
> illustrating that would get his attention but yet it won't others.
>
> I would like to add a few other considerations:
> 1)  ASK A VARIETY OF YOUTH!   We are giving our perspective as adults,
> parents, those that work with youth and we may or may not be on target.
> 2)  Maybe all 3 themes should be considered...different strokes for
> different folks!
> 3)  INVOLVE A VARIETY OF YOUTH in the design and to provide feedback prior
> to sending to print.
>
> I wish all of you the very best for 2009!  Colleen Mahoney
>
>  *-------Original Message-------*
>
>  *From:* Barbara Bridgwater <barbara at youthcount.com>
> *Date:* 12/31/2008 10:41:53 AM
> *To:* mahoneyc at cox.net
> *Cc:* 'Healthy Communities Healthy Youth'<hchylist at lists.search-institute=
.org>
> *Subject:* RE: HCHY List: Youth Mini Poster
>
>
> My preference is #1.  "Spark" is the updated version of "bloom where you'=
re
> planted" and I believe it's essential that each young person perceive that
> their particular skills/interests/talents are vital, useful and appreciat=
ed
> in our world.
>
>
>
>
>
> *Barbara** Bridgwater**
> Community Youth Champion
> Youth Count
> PO Box 566
> Floyds Knobs, IN 47119
> Tel 812-923-1160
> *barbara at youthcount.com
> www.youthcount.com
>
>
>  ------------------------------
>
> *From:* hchylist-bounces at lists.search-institute.org [mailto:
> hchylist-bounces at lists.search-institute.org] *On Behalf Of *Alison Dotson
> *Sent:* Tuesday, December 30, 2008 6:28 PM
> *To:* barbara at youthcount.com
> *Cc:* Healthy Communities Healthy Youth
> *Subject:* HCHY List: Youth Mini Poster
>
>
>
> Greetings!
>
> We at Search Institute Press are developing a small poster for youth, one
> that they would like to hang in their locker at school or on a bulletin
> board at home.
>
> I'm looking for feedback on the content of the poster. We've come up with
> three possible themes, and I would love to know which poster you would be
> most likely to buy for the teens in your life. Will you read the following
> examples and vote on your favorite? Thanks!
>
> *Theme #1: What Is Your Spark?
>
> Examples of "sparks" that would appear on the poster are: *
> Building furniture
> Acting
> Taking care of stray dogs
>
> *And questions the poster may pose are:*
> How do you use your gifts to make a difference in the world?
> Who supports your sense of purpose?
>
> *Theme #2: Anyone Can Be a Leader
>
> Examples of questions the poster may pose are:
> *How do I bring out leadership in other people?
> How can I inspire people to come together?
> How do I respond to bullying?
>
> *Theme #3: Make a Difference
> *Sections will include the environment, social justice and equality, and
> spiritual development.
>
> *An example from each section:*
> *Lather, rinse, don't repeat. *Shortening your time in the shower by only
> two minutes saves 10 gallons of water.
> Learn more: dnr.metrokc.gov/wtd/waterconservation/tips.htm
>
> *Speak up.* If classmates or friends are telling offensive jokes, say so.
> Tell them that you appreciate good jokes, but what they're doing is
> perpetuating stereotypes.
> Learn more: tolerance.org/teens
>
> *Find your spirit.* Spirituality is shaped both within and outside of
> religious traditions, beliefs, and practices. When do you feel spiritual?=
 On
> nature hikes? While playing piano, or nurturing a child? Creating a piece=
 of
> art?
> Learn more: spiritualdevelopmentcenter.org
>
>
> Please let me know which one you like best, Theme #1, Theme #2, or Theme
> #3. We want this to be a poster that really speaks to teens, and your
> opinion is so valuable!
>
> Thanks,
>
> Alison
>
>
> --
> Alison Dotson
> Assistant Editor
> 612-399-0232
>
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>
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>
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>
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>
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>
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Alison Dotson
Assistant Editor
612-399-0232

DID YOU KNOW?

There are lots of ways to stay connected with Search Institute:

The Search Institute Flickr Page
View photos from the 2008 Healthy Communities =95 Healthy Youth conference.

The Search Institute YouTube Page
Watch videos of Peter Benson and other speakers. Subscribe for updates!

The Search Institute Facebook Page
Network with leaders in positive youth development.

The Healthy Communities =95 Healthy Youth Facebook Page
Get to know other asset builders around the world.

Just click to:
http://www.search-institute.org/content/links

Don't forget to sign up for monthly newsletters.
http://www.search-institute.org/content/enews-letter-archives

We want to hear from you! Tell us your story.
http://www.search-institute.org/what-kids-need/assets/assets-in-action
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