5 Powerful Techniques to Embrace Positive Thinking for Youth
5 Powerful Techniques to Embrace Positive Thinking for Youth
5 Day Sessions: Monday - Friday
Artist/Instructor: Heather Behr - Positive Mindset Coach
Youth Grades 5th-8th Grade:
- Session 1:
- Dates: July 6, 7, 8, 9, 10
- Time: 1:00-2:30pm
- Session 2:
- Dates: August 17, 18, 19, 20, 21
- Time: 1:00-2:30pm
Youth Grades 9th-12th Grade:
- Session 1:
- Dates: July 6, 7, 8, 9, 10
- Time: 3:00-4:00pm
- Session 2:
- Dates: August 17, 18, 19, 20, 21
- Time: 3:00-4:00pm
Course Overview
Positive thinking is about navigating life’s obstacle course with confidence and grace—spotting the silver lining in others, celebrating your own uniqueness, and adding that extra sprinkle of positivity to every challenge you face.
Through fun, interactive group discussions, you’ll discover how negative self-talk can hold you back—and more importantly, how to turn those thoughts around. You’ll learn powerful, practical techniques to reframe your mindset, replace negativity with self-belief, and boost your confidence to new heights.
This program is specially designed for students in grades 5–12, helping them build resilience, confidence, and a positive outlook during some of the most important years of growth. Through engaging activities and real-life examples, students learn how to handle challenges with optimism, strengthen self-esteem, and develop lifelong tools for emotional well-being.
Location
New Ulm Area Community Education
Room 104 – Lower level of the Washington Learning Center
910 14th St N, New Ulm, MN 56073
Materials
Please bring paper and a pen.
Heather Behr
CEY26/27-5th-8th Session 1
Instructors:
- Heather Behr
| Date | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Mon, Jul 6th 2026 | 1:00 - 2:30 PM | Washington Learning Center |
| Tue, Jul 7th 2026 | 1:00 - 2:30 PM | Washington Learning Center |
| Wed, Jul 8th 2026 | 1:00 - 2:30 PM | Washington Learning Center |
| Thu, Jul 9th 2026 | 1:00 - 2:30 PM | Washington Learning Center |
| Fri, Jul 10th 2026 | 1:00 - 2:30 PM | Washington Learning Center |
CEY26/27-9th-12th Session 1
Instructors:
- Heather Behr
| Date | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Mon, Jul 6th 2026 | 3:00 - 4:00 PM | Washington Learning Center |
| Tue, Jul 7th 2026 | 3:00 - 4:00 PM | Washington Learning Center |
| Wed, Jul 8th 2026 | 3:00 - 4:00 PM | Washington Learning Center |
| Thu, Jul 9th 2026 | 3:00 - 4:00 PM | Washington Learning Center |
| Fri, Jul 10th 2026 | 3:00 - 4:00 PM | Washington Learning Center |
CEY26/27-5th-8th Session 2
Instructors:
- Heather Behr
| Date | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Mon, Aug 17th 2026 | 1:00 - 2:30 PM | Washington Learning Center |
| Tue, Aug 18th 2026 | 1:00 - 2:30 PM | Washington Learning Center |
| Wed, Aug 19th 2026 | 1:00 - 2:30 PM | Washington Learning Center |
| Thu, Aug 20th 2026 | 1:00 - 2:30 PM | Washington Learning Center |
| Fri, Aug 21st 2026 | 1:00 - 2:30 PM | Washington Learning Center |
CEY26/27-9th-12th Session 2
Instructors:
- Heather Behr
| Date | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Mon, Aug 17th 2026 | 3:00 - 4:00 PM | Washington Learning Center |
| Tue, Aug 18th 2026 | 3:00 - 4:00 PM | Washington Learning Center |
| Wed, Aug 19th 2026 | 3:00 - 4:00 PM | Washington Learning Center |
| Thu, Aug 20th 2026 | 3:00 - 4:00 PM | Washington Learning Center |
| Fri, Aug 21st 2026 | 3:00 - 4:00 PM | Washington Learning Center |