What is Lisle Snowball?
"Through the development of leadership skills, Operation Snowball shall be a youth and adult partnership, providing awareness and prevention of alcohol, tobacco, and other drug use, while encouraging healthy decision-making in an active community of caring."
~ Operation Snowball Mission Statement
Operation Snowball is a retreat-type leadership program that allows teens to participate in small group discussions about issues that are important to them. Professional presentations, workshops, activities, and small group discussions all combine to assist teens in learning to make healthy choices and enhance their self-confidence. The emphasis is on developing and refining responsible decision making skills and creating a positive impact. The name comes from the idea that, “If I have a positive impact on you then you can have a positive impact on someone else, and the effect Snowballs.” The program began as a teen-led, alcohol, tobacco and drug abuse prevention program, and has now expanded to include other issues that teens face on a daily basis. It is an interesting combination of fun and an honest sharing of thoughts and opinions. Snowball is two days away from home, school, and Lisle. No stress, homework, or tests. No everyday problems. The event is planned for teens, by teens and is meant to be a definite “time-out” from the real world.
"Through the development of leadership skills, Operation Snowball shall be a youth and adult partnership, providing awareness and prevention of alcohol, tobacco, and other drug use, while encouraging healthy decision-making in an active community of caring."
~ Operation Snowball Mission Statement
Operation Snowball is a retreat-type leadership program that allows teens to participate in small group discussions about issues that are important to them. Professional presentations, workshops, activities, and small group discussions all combine to assist teens in learning to make healthy choices and enhance their self-confidence. The emphasis is on developing and refining responsible decision making skills and creating a positive impact. The name comes from the idea that, “If I have a positive impact on you then you can have a positive impact on someone else, and the effect Snowballs.” The program began as a teen-led, alcohol, tobacco and drug abuse prevention program, and has now expanded to include other issues that teens face on a daily basis. It is an interesting combination of fun and an honest sharing of thoughts and opinions. Snowball is two days away from home, school, and Lisle. No stress, homework, or tests. No everyday problems. The event is planned for teens, by teens and is meant to be a definite “time-out” from the real world.
Snowball is a great place to:
- Make new friends
- Participate in teen-led small group discussions
- Discover something new about yourself
- Hear amazing speakers
- Play games
- Meet other teens with various opinions & values
- Have loads of fun
- Enjoy two whole days planned just for you!
What to expect from Snowball?
To provide a learning experience, which will promote positive self-image and the development of one's potential.
To provide a learning experience, which will promote positive self-image and the development of one's potential.
- To differentiate between attitudes, feelings, and facts on a variety of topics relevant to teens.
- To promote a greater understanding among teens from various racial, social, and ethnic groups.
- To provide a quality learning experience regarding alcohol and other drug abuse and misuse and its effects on individuals and society.
- To develop a greater sense of openness and trust among teens and adults that promotes personal growth.
- To encourage the participants to develop follow-up support systems and alternatives for the use of alcohol and other drug abuse, as well as other self-destructive behavior.
- To develop different types of communications skills in order to promote positive relationships with peers, adults, and parents.
- To enable students to make more responsible decisions about alcohol and other drugs in their own lives.
- To encourage the participation of parents in some aspects of the Snowball experience.
- To create an atmosphere in which parents and teen relationships can develop positively.