Be A Spark ChampionAll kids need adult support as they strive to find and nurture their sparks. When adults help kids develop their sparks, those kids are more likely to be successful in pursuing what gives their lives meaning and purpose. We call providing this support “being a spark champion.” Any adult can be a spark champion for any child, but most champions come from one of these five categories: family, neighbors, community members, school, and friends.
What Spark Champions Do Affirm the Spark Encourage its expression Model the Spark Provide opportunities to express it Run interference and help eliminate obstacles Teach and mentor Show up (at recitals, games, performances, play, reading, contests) |
St. Louis Park School Staff Have Sparks! |
3 Different Flavors of SparksSomething you’re good at – a talent or skill- like piano, soccer, and writing
Something you care deeply about – such as environment, animals, helping people, or serving their community A quality that you know is special – such as caring, listening, empathy, or being a friend Just a Few Spark Categories Physical Activities and Sports (Baseball, Karate, Dancing, Snowboarding) Creative Arts (Writing, Acting, Drawing, Singing) Help People, Animals, and the World (Fundraising, Volunteering, Recycling) Learning and Reading (Math, Science, Spelling, Stories) |