Our next radio workshop will be held on Sunday, October 4th, at 1pm.
Kids ages 9-14 have fun putting together their own audio program, which will air on the radio in Lake Elsinore and stream online. In the process, they get to share their favorite music and interests with the community, improve communication skills, and increase self esteem. It’s a great outlet for talkative kids AND for those who need a little more encouragement.More info below.
Space is limited, so register your child now! Ask about our homeschool and foster family discounts. Click here to pre-register your child. Pre-registration is required, to make sure we have enough materials for all kids attending.
The Find Your Voice Center is located in the Outlets at Lake Elsinore, suite G-165 (closer to the north end, across from Wetzel’s Pretzels and Two Cents Vintage).
More about the Find Your Voice radio workshop:
Here’s how it works… Kids come in to the Find Your Voice Center in the Outlets at Lake Elsinore for a 3-hour group workshop. We talk about radio and the importance of good communication skills. There’s a little history, a little social interaction, some breaks for water and snacks, and a dose of internet safety protocol. We go over microphone technique, give them examples of the things we’ll be recording with them, and outline the “show prep” they need to do before their individual sessions.
We block 3 hours for each child’s individual session, on a day and time that works best for their family’s schedule. Most finish in closer to 2 hours, but some need the full 3. Some kids need to come back multiple times, in smaller doses. We do what works best for the individual needs of each kid.
During their private session in our radio studio, we record them introducing the songs they selected, and talking about themselves and their passions, issues, etc. – whatever they want to share (NO personal identifying information that would put them in danger). The show prep has guided them through possible topics, and we coach them in-studio, helping them craft their messages.
Through this process, kids are able to reach out to others who may have similar – or different – experiences. They get more comfortable sharing their thoughts and dreams, expressing themselves in new ways, opening up new lines of communication.
Once we’ve finished the individual session, our team crafts a 3-hour show out of all the things we’ve recorded, plus the chosen songs. We weave together a tapestry of messages and music, that showcases the individuality of each kid or teen. We’ll give you a heads-up when their program will air on our local radio station and online. You’ll also get a copy of their show, so you can listen at any time.
At the Jennifer Smart Foundation, we believe kids have the power to make this world a better place. Given the chance to share their messages with a larger audience, they can truly make positive changes in themselves and all those they reach. This program helps improve communication skills and self esteem, while giving kids a platform to change the world, one voice at a time.
Click here to register your child, or here to sponsor a kid for this program. You can also visit our donate page to find out more ways to help.
As a nonprofit, we suggest a one-time donation of $50 for participation in this program. We rely on our supporters to help us offer this program to ALL kids, regardless of their financial situation, so that we never have to turn away a child who could benefit from this program.