“Mind Your Brain” Tour Earlybird Savings Close Shortly

“Mind Your Brain” Tour

Earlybird Savings Close Shortly

I’m SO keen to get my brain functioning better – let’s face it, it needs all the help it can get!   Fresh from addressing business leaders in Japan,Terry Small will be here soon, so he’ll be helping me understand how I can do that for me and mine!
Earlybird registrations close shortly (as below) so it’s definitely worth booking now to a) make sure you get a place and b) grab a discount!
Please give your friends, neighbours, family, church leaders, business colleagues, grandparents, etc, the same opportunity to stimulate their brain cells!
Dawn
PS: This tour is being promoted outside the homeschooling community so please don’t assume places will be available!

PALMERSTON NORTH:
Thursday 11 March (combined with Curriculum Fair)
Reformed Church, Ruahine Street, Palmerston North
Early bird registration and discount close-off: Monday 8 March (5.00pm)

(the online booking form is the easiest and quickest)


AUCKLAND:
Friday 12 March/Sat 13 March
Manukau City Baptist Auditorium, 9 Lambie Drive, Manukau City
Early bird registration and discount close-off: Monday 1 March (5.00pm)
(the online booking form is the easiest and quickest)


CHRISTCHURCH:

Wednesday 17/Thursday 18 March

Parklands Baptist Church, 180 Queens Park Drive, Parklands

Early bird registration and discount close-off: Sunday 7 March (5.00pm)
(the online booking form is the easiest and quickest)

Dawn sent this to a bunch of email discussion groups. (used with permission)

Mind Your Brain tour – Christchurch: 17th & 18th March 2010

Mind Your Brain tour – 17th & 18th March 2010

“Mind Your Brain “ tour

with

Terry Small

Terry Small a.k.a. “The Brain Man” http://www.terrysmall.com is a sought after International conference speaker who will leave you astounded at the wonders of the human brain while giving you practical tips to help your brain work more efficiently. We are thrilled to have Terry as our Keynote speaker.

Christchurch

Wednesday 17th & Thursday 18th March, 2010

Parklands Baptist Church, 180 QueensPark Drive, Christchurch

Queries: sihe@clear.net.nz

Registrations: Soesi Watson Ph (03) 541 9211

Childcare is avaiable

Please make own arrangements for lunch and dinner (fish and chips on site). Tea and coffee will be provided.

Contact Dot iew@clear.net.nz if you wish to contribute.

Wednesday 17 March
1pm

Venue opens for registrations and resource viewing

1-5pm

“Things we Wish We’d Known

Veteran homeschoolers share their thoughts

5pm Dinner break and resource viewing
6pm

Homeschool graduates speak

Be encouraged by hearing from those who have ‘come out the other end’!

7pm

“Brain Boosting Secrets: 16 Things Everyone Must Know About the Brain”
An excellent family evening for 10yrs and up! (10 & 11 year olds may attend free)
90% of what we know about the brain has been learned in the last 2 years and yet most people never think much about their brains. Brain dysfunction is the #1 reason people fail work, school, and relationships. When your brain works right, you work right. When you look after your brain, the results are amazing. This session will give you the tools to boost your brain power, Improve your thinking, and improve your health. It is based on the latest cutting-edge neuroscience research.
You will learn: * the #1 job of your brain * how to eat right, to think right * the #1 food for your brain (you probably don’t eat this right now) * how to improve your reading skills * how to improve your memory * how to outwit Alzheimer’s disease * the 3 things every brain must have and much more!
Brain Boosting Secrets is packed with tips, stories, ideas, and strategies to help you improve your greatest asset…your brain.

8.30am

Thursday 18th March
Venue Opens for registration and resource viewing
9am

“Engaging the brain part 1″

Have you ever taught something only to discover that it just did not “stick” in the minds of your students? Research has a great deal to say about the brain and learning! It is possible to easily help students learn faster and remember more… and have more fun. You will learn many practical tips and strategies that you can use immediately.

You will learn and discover: * how the brain processes information * the best way for students to take notes * why state and strategy are just as important as content * the top 10 Brain-Learning Principles * what students report is the #1 Study Technique * how music affects learning * how to boost attention * how to increase the capacity of one’s memory and much, much more!

This workshop is divided into two lively, humorous, and interactive sessions. You will leave with new knowledge and many eye-opening ideas that will make this year different.

10.30am Morning Tea and resource viewing
11am

“Studying with the Brain in Mind”
You can make this your child’s best year ever in school! What does it take to be a superior student? The most important secret is a great study strategy! Terry Small’s student success system shows your kids how to take charge of their time and succeed! Discover the 33 secrets of smart students. This student success system shows you how to study smarter, not harder. This exciting, funny, live seminar will keep you laughing and learning!
You will learn how to: * Study more efficiently, in less time * Ace exams! * Take great notes * Improve your memory * Tackle your textbooks with confidence * Use the #1 Study Technique in the world and much more…
This program is based on the latest research on the brain an learning, not opinion and is proven to work! Clear, easy to use ideas.

12.30pm Lunch and resource viewing
1.30pm

Laughing Matters”

Learning increases with laughter! Brain research has a great deal to say about the role of humour in learning.
The benefits include: * increased flow of brain neuro-transmitters * increased attention levels * greater rapport * lower physical and mental stress * increased retention * enhanced self-esteem * increased optimism * greater creativity * increased divergent thinking * and many others!
In this highly entertaining seminar, many practical ideas will be presented. You will learn how to use humour and laughter to promote better, faster learning!

3pm

Afternoon Tea and resource viewing

3.30pm

“Engaging the Brain Part 2”

5pm Children’s presentation
6pm

Conference concludes

A children’s programme and creche will be provided. Morning and afternoon teas will be provided but parents will need to provide lunch. Teens must be registered and attend the workshops.

Venue:

Parkside Baptist Church, 180 QueensPark Drive, Christchurch

Christchurch Map

Email registrations: nsjswatson@xtra.co.nz

Queries: Dot Brown Ph 03 312 8790

Online Registration Form (recommended): http://www.learnex.co.nz/Editable/conference/MindYourBrainChristchurch.shtml

The “Excellence in Learning” Tour is brought to you in association with:

Proudly Supported by:

Tisa - Growth Through Learning

Click here to return to the home page
Contact us today to discuss your requirements.

Phone: 64 9 269 3532, Fax: 64 9 269 3530 , Mobile: (027) 479 000 2
E-mail: enquiries@learnex.co.nz

Mind Your Brain tour – Palmerston North: Thursday 11 March 2010

Mind Your Brain tour – Thursday 11 March 2010

“Mind Your Brain” tour

with

Terry Small

Terry Small a.k.a. “The Brain Man” http://www.terrysmall.com is a sought after International conference speaker who will leave you astounded at the wonders of the human brain while giving you practical tips to help your brain work more efficiently.

Palmerston North

Thursday 11th March, 2010

Palmerston North Please bring along a tin of

Thursday 11th March, 2010                                             baking for morning and afternoon tea. This

Reformed Church, 541 Ruahine Street,                               helps keep the price reasonable. Tea and

Palmerston North                                                                      coffee will be provided.

Contact & registrations: elliotts@xnet.co.nz

Thursday 11 March

8.45am Venue Opens – vendor stalls open
9.15am

“Engaging the brain part 1 ”

Have you ever taught something only to discover that it just did not “stick” in the minds of your students? Research has a great deal to say about the brain and learning! It is possible to easily help students learn faster and remember more… and have more fun. You will learn many practical tips and strategies that you can use immediately.

You will learn and discover:
* how the brain processes information
* the best way for students to take notes
* why state and strategy are just as important as content

* the top 10 Brain-Learning Principles
* what students report is the #1 Study Technique
* how music affects learning
* how to boost attention
* how to increase the capacity of one’s memory
*and much, much more!

This workshop is divided into two lively, humorous, and interactive sessions. You will leave with new knowledge and many eye-opening ideas that will make this year different.

10.30am Morning Tea – vendor stalls open
11.15am

“Studying with the Brain in Mind ”

You can make this your child’s best year ever in school! Smart students have secrets. What does it take to be a superior student? The most important secret is a great study strategy! Terry Small’s student success system shows your kids how to take charge of their time and succeed! Parents and students attend this seminar together to learn proven strategies and study secrets that have helped 150,000 students to excel.

Guaranteed: better grades, self-confidence, more free time, and fun learning! Good grades have never been more important than today. Come and learn how to get them! You will have fun and be entertained. The seminar is suitable for parents, teachers & students of all abilities in Year 5 to adult.

Discover the 33 secrets of smart students. Here are the facts: Most students do not know how to study. Yet… knowing how to study is the most important factor in school success! This student success system shows you how to study smarter, not harder.
Smart students have secrets. The most important secret is a good study strategy! Terry Small’s student success system shows you how to study smarter, not harder. This exciting, funny, live seminar will keep you laughing and learning!.

You will learn how to:
* Study more efficiently, in less time
* Ace exams!
* Take the best notes in your school
* Improve your memory
* Tackle your textbooks with confidence
* Use the #1 Study Technique in the world and much more…

What makes this program different?
* It is based on the latest research on the brain an learning, not opinion.
* It’s the real stuff from national study skills expert Terry Small! Terry has trained over 100, 000 students.
* It is proven to work! Clear easy to use ideas.

12.30pm

Lunch – vendor stalls open

Vendors: Tisa, HEF, Geneva Books, CES and LearnEX

1.30pm

“Laughing with the Brain in Mind”

Learning increases with laughter! Brain research has a great deal to say about the role of humour in learning. Laughter is a great gift that we can give to our students. Humour is an important skill that teachers can model.

Laughter can make learning a joyous experience. It provides a valuable “state change” for students. The benefits include:
* increased flow of brain neuro-transmitters
* increased attention levels
* greater rapport
* lower physical and mental stress
* increased retention
* enhanced self-esteem
* increased optimism
* greater creativity
* increased divergent thinking
* and many others!

In this highly entertaining seminar, many practical ideas will be presented. You will learn how to use humour and laughter to promote better, faster learning!

2.45pm Afternoon Tea
3.30pm

“Engaging the Brain part 2 ”

5.00pm Vendor stalls open for browsing
5.30pm

Conference concludes

palmy map

Registration: http://www.learnex.co.nz/Editable/conference/MindYourBrainPalmerstonNorth.shtml

The “Mind Your Brain” Tour is brought to you in association with:

Tisa - Growth Through Learning

Bookmark this page to keep an eye on what’s happening.

Click here to return to the home page
Contact us today to discuss your requirements.

Phone: 64 9 269 3532, Fax: 64 9 269 3530 , Mobile: (027) 479 000 2
E-mail: enquiries@learnex.co.nz

Mind Your Brain tour – Auckland: 12 & 13 March 2010

Mind Your Brain tour – 12 & 13 March 2010

“Mind Your Brain” tour

with

Terry Small

Terry Small a.k.a. “The Brain Man” http://www.terrysmall.com is a sought after International conference speaker who will leave you astounded at the wonders of the human brain while giving you practical tips to help your brain work more efficiently. We are thrilled to have Terry as our Keynote speaker.

Auckland

Friday 12th & Saturday 13th March, 2010

Manukau City Baptist Church, 9 Lambie Drive, Manukau City

Registrations: firelight.events@gmail.com

Phone: (09) 269 3532

***STOP PRESS!***

Also attending the Mind Your Brain conference are:

Graham  Braddock

Talented NZ artist and art workshop coordinator

Sylvia Bowden

Image_of_sylvia_in_shop

Author of the book “How to Stop Your Kids from Going Broke”

and

The Balzat Family in Concert!

www.tuesdaytogether.us

We are thrilled that this amazingly talented family are joining us on Friday night for a very special  performance.

The Balzats are family of 9 from Albany who have been playing together for a long time. With a combination of 4 violins, 2 guitars, keyboard, flute, drums and a cello they have a varied repertoire of contemporary Celtic tunes, Bluegrass pieces as well as their growing number of original compositions. They have toured the USA and played in many local festivals, clubs, restaurants, schools, and private functions. As well as producing a DVD and a CD, they have appeared on TV One’s “Good Morning” show.

Search for them on YouTube and you’ll see what we mean!

http://www.thebalzats.com

A children’s programme is available for Ages 5-12 year olds

(see details further down)

NOTES:

  • Although held in a church auditorium, this conference is not specifically from a Christian perspective so anyone is welcome to attend.
  • Barista coffee will be available for purchase on the day. Tea and “standard” coffee will be provided.
  • A lunch pack is available for $7 which contains: a deli roll, yoghurt and seasonal fruit. Please indicate in registration form below how many lunches you require. There are a multitude of eateries and a supermarket within a short distance of the venue.
  • Breastfed babies are welcome but please make alternative arrangements for your other children or book them into our children’s programme. There is a mothering room available which has an audio feed.
  • Carparking available onsite
Friday 12 March
6pm

Venue opens for registrations and evening programme.

6.30pm Balzat family concert
7.30pm

Keynote Address with Terry Small:

Brain Boosting Secrets: 16 Things Everyone Must Know About the Brain
An excellent family evening for 10yrs and up! (10-12 year olds may attend free)
90% of what we know about the brain has been learned in the last 2 years and yet most people never think much about their brains. Brain dysfunction is the #1 reason people fail work, school, and relationships. When your brain works right, you work right. When you look after your brain, the results are amazing. This session will give you the tools to boost your brain power, Improve your thinking, and improve your health. It is based on the latest cutting-edge neuroscience research.
You will learn: * the #1 job of your brain * how to eat right, to think right * the #1 food for your brain (you probably don’t eat this right now) * how to improve your reading skills * how to improve your memory * how to outwit Alzheimer’s disease * the 3 things every brain must have and much more!
Brain Boosting Secrets is packed with tips, stories, ideas, and strategies to help you improve your greatest asset…your brain.

9.00pm Light Supper
Saturday 13th March
8.15am Venue Opens for registration and resource viewing
9am

Keynote address with Terry Small: Engaging the brain part 1

Have you ever taught something only to discover that it just did not “stick” in the minds of your students? Research has a great deal to say about the brain and learning! It is possible to easily help students learn faster and remember more… and have more fun. You will learn many practical tips and strategies that you can use immediately.

You will learn and discover: * how the brain processes information * the best way for students to take notes * why state and strategy are just as important as content * the top 10 Brain-Learning Principles * what students report is the #1 Study Technique * how music affects learning * how to boost attention * how to increase the capacity of one’s memory and much, much more!

This workshop is divided into two lively, humorous, and interactive sessions. You will leave with new knowledge and many eye-opening ideas that will make this year different.

10.30am Morning Tea
11am

Keynote address with Terry Small: “Studying with the Brain in Mind ”
You can make this your child’s best year ever in school! What does it take to be a superior student? The most important secret is a great study strategy! Terry Small’s student success system shows your kids how to take charge of their time and succeed! Discover the 33 secrets of smart students. This student success system shows you how to study smarter, not harder. This exciting, funny, live seminar will keep you laughing and learning!
You will learn how to: * Study more efficiently, in less time * Ace exams! * Take great notes * Improve your memory * Tackle your textbooks with confidence * Use the #1 Study Technique in the world and much more…
This program is based on the latest research on the brain and learning, not opinion and is proven to work! Clear easy to use ideas.

12.30pm

Lunch

1.30pm

Breakout Sessions

Session A “Laughing Matters” with Terry Small
Learning increases with laughter! Brain research has a great deal to say about the role of humour in learning.
The benefits include: * increased flow of brain neuro-transmitters * increased attention levels * greater rapport * lower physical and mental stress * increased retention * enhanced self-esteem * increased optimism * greater creativity * increased divergent thinking * and many others!
In this highly entertaining seminar, many practical ideas will be presented. You will learn how to use humour and laughter to promote better, faster learning!
www.terrysmall.com

Session B “How to Stop Your Kids Going Broke” with Sylvia Bowden (parents and teens)
Sylvia is a life coach, budget advisor and author who speaks around the country to families on money matters. She is a guest speaker for Parents Inc. Entry to Sylvia’s seminar costs $15 but participants get a copy of her book which is in full colour – retail value $24.95. Sylvia strongly suggests that parents and teens attend this session together for maximum value. Please note that only one lot of $15 is payable per family. For subsequent family members, this session is free. Limited numbers so book early to avoid disappointment.

www.silbo.co.nz/

C) How to Draw Really Well art workshop with Graham Braddock (parents of 5-12 year olds)
Graham Braddock is well known for his beautiful paintings, art prints and inspirational art seminars so we are very privileged to have him take this session for adults. Graham is well known in homeschooling circles for the art workshops he has done over many years. Graham will demonstrate techniques to bring the best out in your kids as well as give many tips and tricks. A great opportunity to learn from an artist of this calibre.
NB Graham is also doing an art workshop during the children’s programme!
http://grahambraddock.co.nz/
3pm Afternoon Tea
3.30pm

Keynote address: “Engaging the Brain Part 2”

5pm Conference concludes

Children’s Programme

A children’s programme will be provided for 5-12 year olds which consists of two half day sessions. The first session runs from 9am-12.30pm and consists of general activities and an art workshop with Graham Braddock . The second session runs from 1.30pm-5pm and includes games, sports and a family friendly DVD to round out the day. The fee is $12 for BOTH sessions. Morning and afternoon tea will be provided during the programme but children need to be closely supervised over the lunch hour. There are many food outlets, shops and a park nearby. Very limited numbers so be in quick!

Registrations for the Children’s Programme are now being taken.

Places are strictly limited.

Breastfed babies are welcome but please make your own arrangements for any other children not attending the children’s programme.

Teens must be registered and attend the workshops.

Inspire Weekend Camp for Girls 12+

Inspire Weekend Camp for Girls 12+

Inspiring young women to live WHOLE heartedly for Jesus Christ

26-28 FEBRUARY 2010 – NGARUAWAHIA, WAIKATO

2 TIMOTHY 2:22 (ESV) So flee youthful passions and
pursue righteousness, faith, love, and peace, along with
those who call on the Lord from a pure heart.

So if you’re a young woman over the age of 12 come for a weekend of inspiration…..

Our vision is to ignite a passion in young women to:

  • love the Lord with all their hearts
  • stay on the straight and narrow
  • be bold witnesses for Jesus Christ
  • go against the cultural norm by living a Christ-infused life

“Do not pray for easy lives, pray to be stronger men. Do not pray for tasks equal to your powers. Pray for powers equal to your tasks. Then the doing of your work shall be no miracle, but you shall be a miracle”

You are invited to our weekend camp, Inspire.

This is a conference for girls 12 and older.   It will be a weekend for you to be encouraged and fellowship with other like-minded young women

We look forward to seeing you!
With love from
The Inspire Team

Who we are:

As far as “The Inspire Team” goes, it consists of Sue Abernethy, her daughters Nicky and Kelly and then myself (Felicity Farnworth) helping out a bit on the side 😀

As for speakers – there’s Sue Abernethy, Nicky Abernethy, Rosie Boom and Katie Boom lined up – along with a few others.

Sue Abernethy is the lady who put this camp together -she has this amazing personality and a heart to inspire girls to live totally and completely sold out for Jesus! In Mrs Abernethy’s words: “Sue Abernethy is your regular run-of-the-mill Mum of 8 (ok, I admit that’s not really regular!!!) who wants to be willing and obedient (like Isaiah1:19 says) to the call of God on her life, to be a Godly wife, to raise children who love the Lord Jesus Christ because of how she loves Him, and wants to reach her hand out to the next generation and inspire them to live wholeheartedly for Jesus Christ.” Her daughters Nicky and Kelly have also helped organise the camp. You can contact both Mrs Abernethy and her girls at absclan@slingshot.co.nz or 07 886 0402

Rosie Boom, from all accounts is pretty amazing and has an passion for Jesus which reaches out to others. Rosie also speaks at HEART, as is a homeschooling mum of 6.  Her website is www.rosieboom.com Katie Boom is Rosie’s daughter who dedicated a year of her life between secondary and tertiary education to serving her family. She’s currently studying in Hamilton.

Programme:

FRIDAY: Arrive 6pm onwards (Dinner is not provided)
7:00 Welcome
Speaker: Rosie Boom – Loving God More Than Anything
9:00 Movie: Come What May
Check out this site: www.comewhatmaythemovie.com
A movie about choosing what is right, no matter the cost. Right is always right even if no one else is doing it. Wrong
is always wrong, even if everyone else is doing it.
11:00 Zzzzz

SATURDAY:
8:30 Breakfast
9:30 Speaker: Sue Abernethy – Love God’s Word: Being Transformed By Getting It In!
10:30 Morning Tea
11:00 Workshops:
1) Purity
2) Modesty
3) Missions
12:30 Lunch
1:30 Craft & Free Time
4:00 Speaker: Katie Boom – Serving Your Family
5:30 Dinner
7:00 Evening Session: A Time of Blessing and Encouragement From Those Who Have “Walked the Walk”
10:30 Zzzzz

SUNDAY:
8:30 Breakfast
9:30 Speaker: Rosie Boom – CHOICES: Choose You This Day Who You Will Serve
11:00 Morning Tea
11:30 Speaker: Nicky Abernethy – I Am Beautiful Because…
12:30 Lunch
1:30 Tidy up and HOME time

What to Bring:

All the usuals. Plus bedding, bible, notebooks and pens
Cost:
$85 (2 nights accommodation, food and craft)

Payment Details:

You can pay by internet banking or cheque. Please email us for the number
(Please put your first and last name in the reference, and email us your details at the.inspire.team@gmail.com )
Make cheque payable to “Inspire”
Post to:
Sue Abernethy, 14 Muirend Ave, Tokoroa 3420

Venue:

Christian Youth Camps Inc
148 Waingaro Road, Ngaruawahia, Waikato cyc.org.nz
Coming from Hamilton: Go through Ngaruawahia, turn left onto Waingaro Rd (opposite Ngaruawahia Arts & Crafts).
Continue on Waingaro Rd, across the bridge and along until you reach Christian Youth Camps which will be on
your right.