Embracing Change - Youth Conference

The Grade 9 Youth Conference on November 6, organized by our ISA team was a huge success. It took place on the NVIT Campus. A big thank you to NVIT for the use of their amazing space. 

We were fortunate to have Buzz Manual as our Keynote Speaker. He offered an opening prayer, drum song and closing remarks. Buzz is an Upper Nicola Band Member and is a Sport, Recreation and Cultural Specialist in our community. We are always so pleased to invite local community members to our events.

The day consisted of 4 breakout sessions where the students got to learn from:

MELISSA MOSES: Empowering the Warrior Within—30-minute Muay Thai Leadership session

ANA MACLEOD: Through this talking circle style workshop, students shared thoughts about what mental wellness means to them.

JAY GENAILLE: Through this interactive Hoop Dancing Workshop students learned the teachings of the hoop dance and basic steps

KIYA GIESBRECHT: Focused on building awareness, coping strategies, and emotional resilience among students.

Our MSS LINK Leaders also stepped up and led and supported our Grade 9 youth. Thanks to all for this great day.

What a day for our Grade 9 students!