3-Day Conference

Ages 11-12 

In this interactive track, students will learn to energize their communication through games and workshops. Available for ages 11 and 12, the purpose of this track is to jump right in and get a good start on learning the basics of communication in an enjoyable way. Student speakers will attend interactive workshops and participate in group activities. Carefully read and follow the assignments so you will be prepared to take full advantage of your Communicators for Christ Conference experience.

What should I prepare?

Download the homework here or check out the track homework below:

Bible Verse with Explanation

Prepare a presentation including your favorite Bible verse with an explanation. The speech should be approximately 1-2 minutes in length. A few ideas to talk about are:

• A situation in your life that this verse particularly applied.
• You especially appreciate this verse when you are feeling…  
• You have shared this verse with…
• This verse affects the decisions you make such as…
• The verse affects the way I…

Prose Interpretation

Select your favorite Scripture passage; poem; or scene from a book, or play. Prepare your speech using your voice and body to convey the meaning of the selection. The speech should be approximately 30 seconds to 2 minutes in length.

Current Issue

Bring one recent news article. It can be from the local newspaper, God’s World, World magazine, Newsweek, or your favorite news source. Somewhere on the article be sure to record the author (if available), date of publication, and magazine or newspaper that you found it in. Read the article before you come and be prepared to summarize and explain it in one minute or less.

Note: YSG Phase 2 Speakers

Students in YSG Phase 2 may replace any of the above with YSG 2 Presentations prepared according to YSG 2 Guidelines.

Learning Objectives for JumpStart

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Objectives

• To establish a better understanding of communication
• To develop a passion for community
• To experience different genres of communication
• To cultivate a desire for the next step

“Making Cookies”

1. To encapsulate enthusiasm
2. To preview the upcoming labs
3. To cultivate friendships with other students
4. To bring literature to life

Applied homework: Prose Interpretation

“Chocolate Chip Cookies”

1. To create a platform speech
2. To analyze a speaker
3. To inspire better communication

Applied homework: Bible Verse with Explanation

“Pandas and Rice Cakes”  

1. To cultivate a desire for community speaking
2. To understand the process of community speaking

“Peanut Butter Cookies”

1. To organize thoughts in a clear, logical manner with limited preparation
2. To enhance limited prep speaking
3. To gain knowledge of effectively explaining current issues

Applied homework: Current Issues

Public Forum Prep and Debate “Do or Diet”

1. To learn how to format a public forum round
2. To learn how to think critically
3. To respect individuals with opposing viewpoints

“Dancing in the Rain”

1. To create characters
2. To use non-verbal communication
3. To enhance story telling

“Eating Cookies”

1. To crystallize what we’ve learned
2. To apply skills outside of ICC

To recapitulate their conference experience