This series is designed for girls to:
Connect. Step into their leadership. Have fun!
The Girls Shine Bright Leadership Series for ages ~10 - 13 consists of 4 uplifting online retreat-like leadership circles for girls and 1 online retreat for girls and their parents (or other trusted adult) co-created and co-led with the girls!
Meet new girls and create connection in a small, intimate group setting
Shake off stress with fun and nourishing activities
Build confidence through real-life leadership experience
Connect. Step into their leadership. Have fun!
The Girls Shine Bright Leadership Series for ages ~10 - 13 consists of 4 uplifting online retreat-like leadership circles for girls and 1 online retreat for girls and their parents (or other trusted adult) co-created and co-led with the girls!
Meet new girls and create connection in a small, intimate group setting
Shake off stress with fun and nourishing activities
Build confidence through real-life leadership experience
Connect
Get to know new girls and be a part of a community where we celebrate each other
Connect to ourselves through the power of our breath, body, voice and heart
De-stress and Express
Release stress through embodiment practices, creativity, expressive art and laughter
Learn tools to support ourselves during difficult times
Share and Lead
Share what makes her laugh, share what she is passionate about, share who she is!
Have opportunities to practice leadership skills in a safe, supportive environment
What past participants have to say about their Girls Shine Bright experience
“Sometimes I can be the hardest on myself so doing things like the parent-girls retreat and this girls group help me feel a lot better about myself.”
"I liked how we all got to lead something and everyone was very supportive. I also really liked the appreciation circles. It was nice to have appreciation and be able to appreciate others."
“It was really fun meeting new people I’d never meet otherwise. It was fun to play. I liked it a lot.”
"The girls group was really awesome. I enjoyed being able to lead (other girls and moms). And it was really cool how we got to appreciate each other and our leadership/work."
“I liked that everyone was nice. I liked the games. It was fun to get things in the mail. I like to feel important! Made my Sundays fun-ner!”
“What I found out about myself from doing this leadership series is that I have more creativity than I thought I had. I felt more entitled to be able to stand up, speak and become someone who’s actually being listened to. I embraced the leadership part of me.”
“I liked that everyone was nice. I liked the games. It was fun to get things in the mail. I like to feel important! Made my Sundays fun-ner!”
“What I found out about myself from doing this leadership series is that I have more creativity than I thought I had. I felt more entitled to be able to stand up, speak and become someone who’s actually being listened to. I embraced the leadership part of me.”
This leadership series is for girls between the ages of ~10 - 13 who love creativity, are open to trying things like mindfulness, movement, and art and want to be a part of a kind, encouraging and uplifting community.
Here's what's included
Here's what's included
✨ Four 75 - 90 minute retreat-like Zoom leadership circles held every other Sunday
✨ One online retreat with parents (or other trusted adult) and girls.
✨ One magical letter in the mail (with fun surprises inside!)
✨ One online retreat with parents (or other trusted adult) and girls.
✨ One magical letter in the mail (with fun surprises inside!)
Space for this leadership series is limited. There will be no more than 5 participants to ensure that each girl gets lots of attention and ample time to shine ✨
Dates and Times
If you'd like to learn about our next leadership series and other upcoming events, sign up to receive email updates HERE.
This leadership series is offered on a donation basis.
If you can't pay the low end of the range, no one is turned away for lack of funds. Please contact me at info@nicoleconnell.com.
Girls Shine Bright is a project offered by Clearbright, a 501(c)(3) non profit.
Ready to sign up or have questions? E-mail Nicole at info@nicoleconnell.com to set up a time to chat or schedule HERE.
If you can't pay the low end of the range, no one is turned away for lack of funds. Please contact me at info@nicoleconnell.com.
Girls Shine Bright is a project offered by Clearbright, a 501(c)(3) non profit.
Ready to sign up or have questions? E-mail Nicole at info@nicoleconnell.com to set up a time to chat or schedule HERE.
What parents have to say:
"My daughter just completed her first Girls Shine Bright Leadership Series with Nicole, and it was amazing. She eagerly awaited each and every meeting while simultaneously growing her confidence by using her voice to teach other kids and moms in the final event. Nicole has created a beautiful space for girls to do what they do best... shine!"
"I absolutely loved this program and was so impressed by Nicole and all the girls and their presentation and presence. Thanks so much for everything you do and for including us. I hope we can continue to come to many more programs in the future."
"The virtual retreat for parents was so fun! I loved watching each girl step into her leadership to ultimately share her gifts. From playing a guessing game, to Name the Tune, to learning to draw a Unicorn, the girls and moms were all engaged and in the flow from the moment it started to the very end. My daughter and I are both very much looking forward to the next event with Nicole!"
Girls loved the virtual retreat too. Here's what one girl had to say:
“Most of the time the moms are in charge of everything. It’s fun to boss them around too.”
"The virtual retreat for parents was so fun! I loved watching each girl step into her leadership to ultimately share her gifts. From playing a guessing game, to Name the Tune, to learning to draw a Unicorn, the girls and moms were all engaged and in the flow from the moment it started to the very end. My daughter and I are both very much looking forward to the next event with Nicole!"
Girls loved the virtual retreat too. Here's what one girl had to say:
“Most of the time the moms are in charge of everything. It’s fun to boss them around too.”
We end each circle with some appreciation. Here's a peek into what it's like:
More quotes from girls :)
“This group really helped me so thank you”
"I really appreciate that Nicole knows how to talk to kids. She’s like a kid-adult. She’s a good teacher. She comes up with a fun thing like every 2 minutes."
“Thanks for letting us lead!”
“I love that Nicole makes things silly and fun”
“Can we do this again tomorrow?”
FAQ
Why are these programs online? Does online really work?
I used to offer circles in person but switched to Zoom when the pandemic started. I found that it works really well for small groups (not large groups). I have kept doing them online since then so they are more accessible to more girls. This is very different from what Zoom school was like during the pandemic because there are no more than 5 girls attending.
This looks great but we can’t do all the dates. Is it okay to miss one?
Yes! Missing one date is totally fine, just let me know. If your daughter needs to miss more than one meeting, it would be better to wait and attend another program.
My daughter is really shy. I wonder if this is too much for her. I don’t know if she would want to lead an activity. Can she still join?
Yes! I used to be incredibly shy when I was younger so I can understand how leading other girls and parents could sound really scary! Everything is an option and girls can say no to anything they don’t want to do. They can participate in the other girls’ leadership activities and not lead an activity if they wish. They could do that for the whole series or I can support them to do a little more each time if they want. They can meet with me one on one and we can come up with a plan that works for them. I am here to support your daughter where she is at.
Ready to sign up or have questions? E-mail Nicole at info@nicoleconnell.com to set up a time to chat or schedule HERE.
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Hi there!
I'm Nicole. As a mentor and educational therapist, I love to create supportive environments for kids and teens to thrive and be seen for who they are, just as they are. I grew up (and still live) in the San Francisco Bay Area and often felt stressed out and disconnected during my preteen and teen years. Once I graduated from college, I discovered a whole world of resources to help with stress and disconnection that I didn't learn about in school: women's circles, yoga classes and my favorite..... retreats! Through retreats and other trainings, I've studied leadership, vocal empowerment, movement, mindfulness and much more. I became a Qoya Movement teacher as well as a certified kids' yoga teacher. As I took all of these trainings, I kept thinking to myself, "How can girls get these resources and experiences earlier in life?" Girls Shine Bright is my creative solution to just that! I hope your daughter join us for this leadership series! - Nicole |
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