“Mean Girls”

How to deal with gossip, bullying, and other drama in a girl's world.  Learn effective communication skills and how to cope with relationships in a healthy way. 

SOLD OUT SESSION #1

Workshop Leaders:  Michelle Cummings, MFTI and Jodina Ehle, MFT - Discovery Counseling Center

“Facial Finishes”

Learn about different skin types/conditions and gain product knowledge for appropriate skin care.  Develop an understanding of make-up types and brands/colors that work best for you.  Learn not only the "tools of the trade" (basic implements) but also the "tricks of the trade" (application techniques) as well.

SOLD OUT!

Workshop Leader: Norene Lowry, Mary Kay

“Straight Talk on Boys, Relationships and Other Teen Issues”

How do guys think?  What impresses them or not?  Learn straight from a guy how to value yourself in relationships and deal with peer pressure in areas such as drinking, drugs and teen sex. 

SOLD OUT!

Workshop Leaders:  Diana Ewin and Dan Navarro, Teen Esteem

“Straight Talk on Boys, Relationships and Other Teen Issues” - Level II

This fun and energetic workshop will help you to feel equipped, educated and empowered as you prepare to enter high school. It will focus on what a healthy relationship looks like and how you can build your self-confidence and self-esteem which will enable you to have an awesome high school experience. This is a FRANK discussion about: 1) making good choices to achieve your goals; 2) the stages of physical behavior in a relationship; 3) risks of early sexual activity (physical and emotional) including an update on STDs; 4) how to build healthy relationships and 5) drugs and alcohol. [Note: This class is for 8th Graders ONLY - this WILL be monitored! Note the waiver for this class in the T's and C's of the registration form]

SOLD OUT!

Workshop Leaders:  will be from Teen Esteem

“Bend it Shape It” Yoga for Girls

Learn how yoga can help you deal with stress and help keep you fit.  Introduction to the origination and practice of yoga.  Learn and practice basic yoga poses and breathing techniques you can use throughout life.  [Note:  This session includes physical activity so comfortable clothes are required]

Workshop Leader:  Vicki Millar, MA, National Endurance, Sports Trainers Association and DVC Instructor.

“Self Defense - What Every Girl Should Know” 

Every girl needs to know how to stay safe and protect herself, if necessary.  In this workshop, you’ll learn how to set verbal boundaries and physically fight back if you need to.  Very interactive; everyone will practice multiple types of strikes and escape methods.   [Note:  This session includes physical activity so comfortable clothes and shoes are required.  Waiver form signed by parent or guardian required - in the T's and C's section of the registration form.]

SOLD OUT!

Workshop Leader:  Erica Neuman, MS, Executive Director, IMPACT Bay Area 

“What's on the Menu?”

Ever wonder if some diets are really safe?  Or how you can excel at sports?  Learn how to eat healthy at home and on the go, including how to order at restaurants.  Get the lowdown on dieting, strength training, eating disorders and more.

Workshop Leader:  Cori Lentz, President of San Ramon Valley Fitness

“Wanna Dance?” - both Beginner and Intermediate Classes are offered

Dancers are not measured by their experience or technique level. A dancer is anyone that gets joy out of moving their body to their favorite song or rhythm. We are all dancers deep down inside! Come explore your inner dancer with this exciting jazz-funk class.  The class includes a warm-up and stretch, across the floor movements, and dance choreography. Try original dance styles that will build your confidence, cardio health, flexibility, strength and coordination. [Note:  This session includes physical activity so comfortable clothes required. If you have ballet or jazz shoes bring them. However dance shoes are not required, just make sure you have socks and tennis shoes.]

Workshop Leader:  Julie Visser,  has over 20 years of dance experience, including teaching, performing, and choreography, in ballet, jazz, lyrical, modern, and tap dance.

“Exploring the Great Outdoors - Not Just for Guys!”

Throw away your “it’s just for guys” perceptions and dare to explore outdoor activities you never thought about trying before.  Whether it’s rock climbing, backpacking, mountain biking, kayaking or ???  – you can have fun and stay fit for a lifetime through outdoor adventure.  Join us for an interactive workshop that explores various activity options.  You’ll learn where you can go locally to try them out and what gear you’ll need to have a great time.  Experts will be on hand to answer all of your questions, even those about outdoor career and volunteer opportunities. Visit with special wildlife that will be on hand and learn how to protect them and the environment while you’re out there doing the things you love to do!   [Note:  This session will be held outdoors (weather permitting) and so warm, comfortable clothes and shoes are a required].

Workshop Leaders: Meganh McGovern and Erin Whitbread, Recreational Equipment Inc. (REI), East Bay Regional Park District and Patty Harris, Lindsay Wildlife Museum

“Get Your Parents Off Your Back (and On Your Side)”

Parents only want what's best for you, or so they say every time they tell you what you should be doing - more homework, practice, and chores and less IM, phone, and friends!  Find out how to get your parent's support so that you (and they) get what's most important.

*  THIS WORKSHOP ONLY OFFERED IN SESSION #1

SOLD OUT!

Workshop Leader: Laurie Bodine, From the Board Room to the Family Room

“My Personal Style"

Can you change your appearance by what you wear?  Learn about colors, fabrics, body types and wardrobing!

Workshop Leader: Debra Grauss, Fashion Consultant

“From 'New Girl' to 'One of Us'"

What to expect and how to handle being in a new school, community or country. Family teamwork, new opportunities, acceptance, helping others all play a part in getting settled.

*  THIS WORKSHOP ONLY OFFERED IN SESSION #2

Workshop Leader: Jacky Hawley, Mediator

“Social Saavy"

Get the scoop on what to wear, how to sit, how to read a menu and other fundamentals of dining etiquette when eating with family and friends. We'll also learn  tips and tricks to employ when interacting with persons from different cultures. Additionally,  we will cover phone, social conversation, theatre, host and hostess etiquette and so much more. These social-savvy tips will allow you to stand out in any crowd!

Workshop Leader: Nicole Thompson, "Growing a Lady", Lifeskills Training for Girls

“Bigger Than Myself"

Nothing makes us feel better about ourselves than to make a positive difference in someone else’s life.  This workshop will inspire you to volunteer so you can make a personal difference in your community or somewhere else in the world.  Youth volunteers will be on hand from a local S-Club (a high school girls' service club sponsored by Soroptimist) and from the Volunteer Center of the East Bay to share their personal volunteer experiences and knowledge with you.  You’ll learn how to get started as a volunteer and where to look for opportunities to help out.  Caroline Lovell will introduce you to the simple but highly effective Traveling Postcard project she created this year.  Through the Traveling Postcard she’ll help YOU create, you can actually get started in the wonderful world of volunteerism by sharing your card with a woman in need. 

*  THIS WORKSHOP ONLY OFFERED IN SESSIONS # 2 and 3

Workshop Leaders:  Caroline Lovell, Traveling Postcards, Sana Sareshwala, Cal High S Cub and the Jillian Steele, a Monte Vista HS student representing the Volunteer Center of the East Bay

“Independent Me"

Hands-on home survival skills and tips for doing it all on your own.  Learn the basics of cooking, craft recipes for quick meal, discover laundry tips to make your clothes last longer and simple solutions for keeping a home all on your own.

Workshop Leader: Chef Dawn Buchholz, "Dining by Dawn"

“Find Your Passion"

In this class, you will learn how to identify your true passion and brainstorm ways to continually pursue it. I'll teach you how to find and surround yourself with like-minded people who can mentor and guide you as you follow your passion. We will also talk about social media and the Internet, and how to use them correctly in both researching and networking with others on the road to making your dreams come true!

Workshop Leader: Rachel Capil, Professional Photographer

“Money in My Life"

Learn how much money it REALLY takes to have a family, own a home, have a few cars, take vacations, etc. Learn how to budget and save so that your money works FOR you and you can enjoy financial freedom sooner rather than later.

Workshop Leaders: Virginia Duan, Financial Planner and Terri Hale, Realtor

“Women in Movies: Behind the Scenes and On Camera"

Are you interested in the field of film making but don’t know how to get started?  Learn about the various stages of making movies from expert Scarlett Shepard and two successful film makers who will share their personal journeys with you.  After viewing the two inspiring films produced by these young women, you’ll participate in a discussion about basic film making, including how to take a concept and move through the stages of scripting, editing and distributing it.  Bring all of your questions, and expect to walk away from this workshop with a good overview of film making and resources that can help you immediately get started in this exciting field. Let your voice be heard and try filmmaking!

Workshop Leader: Scarlett Sheperd, Founder and Executive Director of the San Francisco Women's Film Festival and local film makers Fifer Garbest and Willa Chiah Connolly Ingram

“Lead" A Road Less Traveled"

Learn and discuss leadership skills and how to develop them. Learn the importance of team building by completing a hands-on task.

*  THIS WORKSHOP ONLY OFFERED IN SESSION #1

Workshop Leader: Chris Bowers, Motivational Speaker