1. Developmental Assets ®: What Kids Need to Succeed Heritage Glen P.S. November 14, 2012

2. 2 November 8, 2015 Mission Statement Together with the Halton community, the Health Department works to achieve the best possible health for all.

3. 3 November 8, 2015 What to expect… Developmental Assets® Framework Take action!

4. 4 November 8, 2015 Icebreaker Stand if you remember who won the Oscar for best actor or actress last year. Stand if you can name 3 of the wealthiest people in the world. Stand if you can remember the name of someone who has inspired you. Stand up if you can name 3 people who make you feel good about yourself.

5. 5 Video Britain’s Got Talent alent—Jonathan and http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZsNlcr4frs4 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZsNlcr4frs4 November 8, 2015

6. 6 Why do some kids succeed even when faced with challenges? What “makes” the difference?

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8. 8 Let’s talk! What does resiliency mean? How do kids become resilient?

9. 9 November 8, 2015 Developmental Assets® (DA) are: Developmental assets® are building blocks for healthy development They help children to grow up to be responsible, healthy, successful adults

10. 10 November 8, 2015 40 Developmental Assets® (DA) Support Empowerment Boundaries & Expectations Constructive use of time Positive values Commitment to learning Social competencies Positive identity External Assets Internal Assets

11. 11 November 8, 2015 Copyright © 2007 by Search Institute, 800-888-7828, www.search-institute.org The Power of Assets to Promote

12. 12 November 8, 2015 Copyright © 2007 by Search Institute, 800-888-7828, www.search-institute.org The Power of Assets to Protect

13. 13 November 8, 2015 Copyright © 2007 by Search Institute, 800-888-7828, www.search-institute.org The Gap in Assets Among Youth Average Number of Assets, by Grade

14. 14 November 8, 2015 * Indicates statistically significantly higher Source : Halton Youth Survey 2009/10

15. 15 November 8, 2015 Number of Assets: Source : Halton Youth Survey 2009/10 * Binge drinking is defined as 5 or more drinks on one occasion.

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17. 17 November 8, 2015 Source : Halton Youth Survey 2009/10 Number of Assets:

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20. 20 November 8, 2015 Source : Halton Youth Survey 2009/10

21. 21 November 8, 2015 A Paradigm Shift From  Programs alone  Incidental  Problems  Troubled kids  Young people absorbing resources  Work of professionals To  Relationships  Intentional  Strengths  All kids  Young people as resources  Everyone’s job

22. 22 November 8, 2015 Characteristics of an Asset Builder Think of someone who was or is an asset builder What is it about them that you admire? How did they make you feel good about yourself?

23. 23 November 8, 2015 Key messages Everyone can build assets All young people need assets Relationships are key Asset building is an ongoing process Consistent messages are important Everyone has strengths and we need each other.

24. 24 Video Caine’s arcade http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=faIFNkdq 96U http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=faIFNkdq 96U November 8, 2015

25. 25 November 8, 2015 It really does take a village to raise a child. “Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much.” Helen Keller

26. 26 November 8, 2015 “Life affords no greater responsibility, no greater privilege, than the raising of the next generation.” C. Everett Koop

27. 27 November 8, 2015 Developmental Assets®: thoughts… How can I build assets in myself? How can I build assets in my children & other children? How can I build assets in my friends? How can I build assets in my school & community?

28. 28 November 8, 2015 Video Caine’s arcade II http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ul9 c-4dX4Hk

29. 29 November 8, 2015 For more information Halton Region Health Department Elementary School Team 905-825-6000 or 311 www.lionsquest.ca www.search-institute.org www.ourkidsnetwork.ca