Walking the Four Directions: A Traditional View of Discipline

 

NOTE:  When registering PLEASE write in the “NOTES” section of myquickreg, the grade level with which you are working:  Pre-School,  Elementary or Secondary students, as we have differing books and group work for each level.

 

Join us June 15, 16, & 17, 2015 for a 3 day workshop on using the medicine wheel to develop strength-based techniques when working with tribal youth.
Using the “medicine wheel” as a framework, participants will learn:

• A traditional view of discipline
• How to build positive relationships with youth
• Proactive means of teaching or working with youth
• How to promote balanced youth with strong leadership skills
• How to move youth towards independence and self-reliance

A closer look……..

Using the “Laws of Nature” and an inter-relational view of the world, this workshop explores how the four cardinal directions or “medicine wheel” can be used as a framework that adults can use to help them define a style of teaching, discipline or leadership that is strength-based, non-confrontational and culturally responsive.

This workshop will use a variety of techniques and methods such as lecture, small and large group activities, role-playing and demonstrations to deliver the information in a way that is conducive to the adult style of learning. Ample breaks will be provided throughout the day for meals and time to “check-in” at home.

The workshop content has been updated to include more examples and materials for Early Childhood and Elementary students.

Day 1 Monday, June 15
Registration begins at 8 a.m. Workshop starts at 9 a.m.

In the morning, participants will be introduced to the concepts of the “Four Directions” (Medicine Wheel) and some attributes of elders, which sets the stage for the rest of the workshop. Teachings of the medicine wheel will be described as it applies to working in the human services field and participants will have an opportunity to do a self-assessment.

The afternoon will be spent looking at the “Spiritual Gifts” of the East and the “Emotional Gifts” of the South. Participants will learn prevention strategies through storytelling and “Teachings of the Cradleboard” and explore a method of praise that is effective with youth.

Day 2  Tuesday, June 16
The day will be spent exploring the “physical gifts” of the west and “mental gifts” of the north. Participants will learn how to help youth reach their “full-potential” through practice and how problem-solving can help youth achieve wisdom. Other topics covered include effective use of consequences and rewards and effective communication techniques when working with youth.

Day 3 Wednesday, June 17
This last day of the workshop will be spent helping participants “put it all together” in the form of a positive behavioral intervention plan. Other topics include special considerations for early childhood mental health and time will also be committed to answering any other questions and completing a Workshop Evaluation.

Presenters:  Alan "Jawenodee-inini" Rabideau and Shannon CrossBear

 

 

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