This is a workshop to introduce children in a fun and eduacational way to the benefits of learning refusal skills. In addition to learning to identify people, places, things, or situations that may be harmful, they will also discuss and role play the implications of making positive choices for themselves with the reading of Spunking Spot. It is a story about an inquisitive little fish that must learn to not get hooked, so he can grow up to be safe, happy and healthy.

Because children are the leaders of tomorrow, educating them today to become protectors of the planet and responsible citizens, will result in a more positive future for us all. So give them an enriching and memorable learning experience by registering them for the STEP Environmental Discovery Workshop, Don’t Get Hooked, on Monday, May 4, 2009, from 3:30 P.M. until 5:30 P.M. It will be held in The Chyrsalis Conservation Courtyard at HHIHS. There will be games, storytelling, and a healthy, delicious snack at the workshop. Please fill in the registration form and return it along with payment to the address on the form. If your child needs to be escorted from HHE please email Kathleen@gostep.org.

STEP is cooking up fun at a delicious “Green Cuisine Workshop”. On Monday, April 6, 2009 Chef Glenn Keller, from the fabulous restaurant, Frankie Bones, and STEP mentors will team up with children in grades 1-5 to create a healthy and tasty meal made in part from sustainable local produce. It’s also a zero waste affair. Everything from food scraps to dishes is reused or recycled. Highlights include a cooking demonstration from Chef Keller, story telling from The Hungry Catepillar , and an eco-friendly craft. It is being held among the butterflies at The Chrysalis Conservation Courtyard at Hilton Head Island High School at 3:30 P.M until 5:30 P.M.. This event is all about getting children involved in making good choices to protect the environment as well as making good choices for themselves. This workshop is a unique way to inspire young people to change the way they feel about healthful living. To attend the workshop please fill in the green-cuisine-registration1 and mail it to STEP along with the workshop fee. If more information is needed please email kathleen@gostep.org.

Celebrate the the real spirit of Valentine’s Day at the Heart to Heart workshop on Monday, February 23, 2009 at 3:30-5:30 P.M. in The Chrysalis Conservation Courtyard at HHIHS.  Join friends and learn about the real cornerstone of friendship — RESPONSIBILITY!

This is a unique opportunity for students in grades 1 thru 5 to learn and be inspired about being responsible to not only themselves, their friends and family, but also about responsibly protecting our planet, while having lots of fun at The Chrysalis Conservation Courtyard.

This workshop will create lasting memories as well as enhance life skills.  In addition to fun stories, games, crafts and tasty snacks, you will learn ways to be a successful person in whatever you do.  The workshop is led by kind and caring high school mentors of STEP, under the guidance of teacher, Laura Gottardo.  Sign up soon because space is limited.  Please fill out the workshop registration web-registration-heart1 and email kathleen@gostep.org to confirm your attendance.

 

‘Tis the giving season…so come celebrate both the joy of giving and protecting our planet with a special reading of The Giving Tree by Shel Silverstein under the live oak tree in the Chrysalis Conservation Courtyard.  This is a unique opportunity for students in grades 1 thru 5 to learn and be inspired about protecting our planet and the importance of sharing, while having a lot of fun in The Chrysalis Conservation Courtyard.

This workshop is an experience like no other.  In addition to the special reading, there will be crafts, games caramel apples and oh so much fun.  The fee is only $10.00.  The workshop is led by kind and caring high school mentors of the not for profit organization, Student Training Empowerment Program, A.K.A. STEP. 

The workshop begins after school at 3:30 P.M. and ends at 5:30 P.M.  Please mail the workshop fee of $10.00 and the registration form ASAP to reserve a place at the workshop.  If you have further questions please email Kathleen@gostep.org,

“A growing body of scientific evidence links healthy child development to direct experience with the natural world, including stress reduction, heightened senses, longer attention span, enhanced psychological and physical health, and a sense of wonder.”  Richard Louv, recipient of the 2008 Audubon Medal

An Experience for life!

The Student Training Empowerment Program, A.K.A. STEP, is proud to offer a series of workshops for young people in grades 1 through 5 at the Chrysalis Conservation Courtyard beginning on Monday, October 20, 2008 from 3:30 P.M. to 5:30 P.M.  The workshops will be led by Ms. Laura  Gottardo, teacher of the year at Hilton Head High School, along with the assistance of high school STEP members.

The workshops are designed to give young children hands-on experiences as they learn how people can improve or damage the environment, and how their choices can affect the future quality of their lives. Continue Reading This Article…