The festive season is fast approaching! Now, as always, at Moorelands Kids we’re teaching our participants about being fair and how each of us can make the world a better place by our words and actions… Things Get ‘Fairly’ Goopy at BLAST! The kids at BLAST Gateway got their hands dirty together as they scraped, […]
“Before you are a leader, success is all about growing yourself. When you become a leader success is all about growing others.” Jack Welch Moorelands Youth LED program at Valley Park Middle School gives students in grades 6 – 8 the chance to develop leadership and life skills through fun, hands-on experiences. At Moorelands, we […]
Early registration is open for Moorelands Camp 2018! We already have 24 applications in for the upcoming summer, so don’t delay. And don’t forget, we’re running our “early bird” contest again this year: get your *completed* application in by January 26th and be entered into a draw to win a family night out! ($50 cineplex […]
Over the past few weeks, our Youth LED kids have been learning about important leadership habits and qualities that they can use to achieve success. The nine-week program covers many important aspects through a fun variety of activities. This past week the students at Valley Park Middle School were developing teamwork and problem-solving skills and […]
“When I see pictures of kids at camp – on benches we have made, enjoying the archery area, the PFD’s hanging to dry, the faces of the campers, and the stories of a campers growth… I’m proud to know we have had a small role to play in this place.” At Moorelands, we teach our […]
Sabina is 13 years old and, as we all know, being 13 can be tough. Before she came to Moorelands Youth LED (Lead Excel Demonstrate) program, she was “a shy type of person”. Sabina never put herself forward and didn’t have the confidence to speak up in class. She also struggled to make friends and as a result hated […]
Read on to learn what can be achieved this fall at Moorelands After-school programs with your help!Kids from low-income neighbourhoods are falling behind their middle-class peers – reports confirm economic disparities result in academic disparities. At BLAST after-school program, super fun activities teach kids, grades 1-6, vital skills needed to succeed in school… PLUS we […]
“If you really want to be a successful leader, you must develop other leaders around you. You must develop a team of leaders!” John C. Maxwell Moorelands staff members are an integral part of our after-school programs. We are so fortunate to receive generous funding for our staff training from Scotiabank to prepare staff for the important […]
Why volunteer? Volunteering is not just a great way to give back to your community, it can also give you the extra push you need to get your dream job or at least get your foot into the industry of your choice. It will help you gain experience, build your network and boost your resume. Gain experience […]
When you think of the word “introvert”, what comes to mind? For many of us, we tend to think of someone who is shy, reserved, and who can’t stand being around groups of people. The truth is, there’s so much more to introverts than that! While introverts do prefer to be on their own, this […]
As you cultivate your array of leadership skills you’re bound to make mistakes, we all do, but good leaders learn from them, improve and better themselves. So here is some advice on how to overcome your leadership mistakes. Being Aggressive Being aggressive means showing excessive force when it’s not needed. Aggressive behavior does not motivate […]
Listening is a tough skill to learn. It requires us to be more present, attentive, engaged, open and flexible. All for the benefit of building relationships with other people. This is what is known as active listening. Active Listening Active listening is a way of listening and responding to another person that builds a mutual […]
In the workplace and educational spaces, the term “collaboration” is a buzz word that you will hear often. Working productively in a team may sound simple and easy but it can in fact often be a difficult task. A true leader is always thinking Win-Win to ensure success for everyone involved and more than that […]
Developing your leadership skills is no easy task. At Moorelands, we know how important it is to continue to grow and develop your skills no matter where you are in your leadership journey. As you develop you will make mistakes but don’t give up! Here are three pitfalls to avoid as you develop your skills […]
Becoming an effective leader requires us to master five essential skills; positivity, communication, self-awareness, confidence, and determination. Positivity characterizes most leaders; they can see the light in the darkness, find a reason to smile, to laugh, to remain passionate in the face of adversity. That kind of attitude energizes others, especially during hard times. In […]
