At the Teen Leadership Conference, your child will be challenged to think hard about their faith and how it applies to the modern predicament. Students ages 13 and above are treated like real people who wrestle with real issues — and who need answers that match the real world. Students will learn about modern day issues including politics, science, and worldviews! Also, students learn about economic issues and entrepreneurship. Parents are always welcome to attend, too. The Teen Leadership Conference is unlike any other!

Date, Time, Location:	Friday & Saturday, July 27-28, 2018 10 AM to 3 PM Cobb Galleria Centre
Cost Per Adult:	$10 Online / $20 at the door

Teen Leadership Conference Speakers:

Renee LoDolce Renee LoDolce, a homeschool mom of 18 years (though years ago she once claimed she would “NEVER homeschool”!), is a thought-provoking author and speaker that resonates with thousands of Christian women and homeschool families. She has written an EBook called College Out of the Box, a plan to help other students graduate college in less time and with a minimum amount of money, as well as a women’s Bible study called “Celebrate the Unique You: Seeing Yourself Through God’s Eyes”. Her newest book just came out this summer called Our Deliverer Revealed: Finding Jesus Throughout the Old Testament. She is never one to follow the crowd and do what others do (except if they are all running toward free chocolate or pizza!). She is a lover of education, books, and helping others traverse the “narrow path.” She has been married to her husband, Torre, for over 23 years (boy, does the time fly!) and resides in Houston, Texas with their teenage son (and all of his smelly, but adorable, teenage friends!)

Samantha Shank Samantha is a former homeschool student from Indiana, USA. Currently, she works designing resources for educators and students across the globe. When not blogging, Samantha spends her time studying World War II and wasting time on Pinterest.

Sam and Jasmine Doyle Sam and Jasmine are hosts of The Sam and Jasmine Show podcast that helps parents improve in their relationship, communication and bond with their children. On their podcast, they have covered a wide range of topics that have encouraged and challenged many parents around the country. They have interviewed many of today’s Christian leaders as it pertains to family (Kirk Cameron, Melissa Joan Hart, David and Jason Benham, and members of the Duck Dynasty Family). Sam has worked for 10 years in child welfare and has worked with over 1000 families in helping them deal with their problems and struggles. He is also a Youth and Children’s Minister at Talmo Baptist Church in Talmo, Georgia. He also has been featured on the nationally syndicated morning show for Today’s Christian Music (Doug and Jaci Velasquez). Jasmine is 17 years old. She is a black belt in karate, an instructor at Hebron School of Karate, a worship leader in her church and is often sought out by those who are hurting and struggling in life.

Jason Riddle Jason Riddle is the Director of Programs and Alumni Relations at the Foundation for Economic Education. In addition to leading FEE’s in-person seminars, he is the creator of FEE’s Economics of Entrepreneurship course and FEE’s Economics in One Day workshop. Prior to joining FEE, Jason spent over eight years as a management consultant working with a variety of public and private organizations to enhance their business performance through improved risk management, operational effectiveness, and control around internal and external reporting. Jason graduated from the University of Georgia with a BBA in International Business and a concentration in Finance. Jason is an avid reader, enjoys traveling the world, and takes any opportunity he can to fumble around on his guitar. He is most passionate about advancing the ideas that serve as the necessary foundation for human flourishing.

Susan B. Ison Susan is owner of Memphis Tutorial Association, which she founded in 1977; president of Tutorial Associations of America, Inc (parent company of  licensees); president and founder of the Victus Study Skills System. She has served as president and executive committee member on several boards, as a strategic planning consultant to churches, schools and businesses; has conducted workshops both in the US and in Korea; is active in Second Presbyterian Church. In addition to her God, her family and friends, she enjoys painting and writing.  She is blessed with a wonderful husband, 6 children, and 9 grandchildren.

Pierre Wooten Pierre Wooten is a 2x Hall of Fame inductee (Winthrop University, Winton Woods High School) and former professional basketball player. Early in life, Pierre realized God’s plan for him to be a master motivator and encourager. He has been a regular counselor and speaker for Christian Campers Inc., local youth groups, YMCA and many educational institutions. Pierre will indeed push you to greater levels for immediate results. Leveraging his knowledge per life, faith, sports and business, you don’t want to miss Pierre’s workshop.

Teen Leadership Conference Session Titles & Times:

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Friday – July 27, 2018 – 10 AM to 3 PM

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 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Trade & Negotiations: How to Win!

Jason Riddle with the Foundation for Economic Education (FEE) Staff will provide an overview of the art of negotiation and skills necessary to be able to get what you want in this positive sum game. Get ready for action in this hands-on activity, as we will put your new found understanding of trade as being a win-win for everybody!

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11:00 AM – 12 Noon

College Out of the Box- Part 1: 

Join Renee LoDolce as we discuss alternative ways of earning your college degree- in less time, for less money, and with NO student debt. Hear some surprising statistics, reflect on some questions (is traditional college for you?), get a list of alternatives to college, and explore some nontraditional routes to earning your college degree. Discover some ways to earn college credits while doing the work you are already doing in high school (CLEPs, DSSTs, APs, and dual enrollment). We’ll also briefly discuss the pros and cons of dual enrollment. Find out how my son got his accredited associates degree by age 15 and his bachelor’s by 17. This is the time to get a head start on life and on your peers both educationally and financially.  Discover ways to earn college credits while doing the work you are already doing in high school (CLEPs, DSSTs, APs, and dual enrollment). We’ll also briefly discuss the pros and cons of dual enrollment. Find out how my son got his accredited associates degree by age 15 and his bachelor’s by 17. This is the time to get a head start on life and on your peers both educationally and financially.

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12:00 PM – 1:00 PM

Lunch-  Students are on their own for lunch.

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1:00 PM – 2:00 PM

Life Skills- Part 1:

Susan Ison teaches life skills that will take you through high school, on to college, and throughout your future. In this two-part workshop you will learn and practice effective time management and other study skills that will help you become more efficient as you engage in a myriad of academic, extra-curricular and social activities.

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2:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Decision Making! The Do’s and Don’ts

Are you making the right decision about your college of choice?  About your boyfriend/girlfriend?  About listening to your parents or peers?  About what you will do in the future? Sam and Jasmine will encourage you, from their real life experience, on how you will know if you are making the right decision on these and other topics during this new and fresh presentation, that will apply to all teens. Participants will come away with specific ways that they will KNOW if they are making the right choices, which they will be able to take with them as they venture into adulthood.

 

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Saturday – July 28, 2018 – 10 AM to 3 PM

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 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

College Out of the Box- Part 2: 

Renee LoDolce continues the discussion with more ways to earn college credits (I bet you haven’t heard of some of these!), how to get your accredited bachelor’s degree in less than 2 years and for under $6,000, a look at the “Big Three” colleges, and a comparison of costs. I’ll also show you how you can skip the SATs/ACTs, how to save on textbooks, and unusual places to find cash scholarships. Plus, as an extra, I’ll let in you on the secret of what you can be doing NOW to set yourself up financially for life!

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11:00 AM – 12 Noon

Free STEM Websites for Grades 6-12 and How To Memorize The Periodic Table Of The Elements

Samantha Shank shows you how to use technology effectively to help you with school! Plus, with technology and a memory technique called the memory palace, discover how to memorize the periodic table within a week!

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12:00 PM – 1:00 PM

Lunch-  Students are on their own for lunch.

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1:00 PM – 2:00 PM

Life Skills- Part 2:

Susan Ison teaches life skills that will take you through high school, on to college, and throughout your future. In this two-part workshop you will learn and practice effective time management and other study skills that will help you become more efficient as you engage in a myriad of academic, extra-curricular and social activities.

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2:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Cultivating Christian Creativity

We all have heard “Think outside the Box.”  However, what does that really mean?  In this presentation, I will share a secret to completely remove the box and tap into the creativity God intended for you and your students to experience.  Interesting enough, we will start with answering the question “Name some of the greatest leaders you know?”