2014 SDICA Preconference Workshop

Sponsored by SDICA: P r e s e n t e r s : J i m K i n y o n , R a p i d C i t y C a t h o l i c S o c i a l S e r v i c e s E x e c u t i v e D i r e c t o r ; J o a n n e B e a r e , R a p i d C i t y C a t h o l i c S o c i a l S e r v i c e s , L C P P r o g r a m D i r e c t o r ; TJ McCauley- LCH Prevention Coordinator

Lakota Circles of Hope – Innovative, Culturally Specific Prevention Programming

Thursday, May 1, 2014 from 1 – 4 p.m.

Lakota Circles of Hope (LCH) is an innovative culturally specific prevention curriculum that teaches students how to use their culture to deal more effectively with risky behaviors such as drugs, alcohol, tobacco usage, bullying, and suicide. The curriculum is intended to foster a positive Lakota identity and enhance students' understanding of Lakota culture. The presentation will center on the Lakota Circles of Hope Program. Presenters will also discuss their program evaluation data, compiled since 2008. Part of the presentation will focus on the concept "We are all related" which deals with Lakota Culture. The workshop will end with a LCH activity.

Participation: 3 CEUs; S.D.I.C.A. Members - $30/ Non-S.D.I.C.A. members - $45