2025 JAG NCDC: Full Schedule

3:00pm EDT

National Officer Candidate Exam, Onboarding, and Interviews

Wednesday April 23, 2025 3:00pm - 9:00pm EDT

310, 3rd Floor

JAGCA Officer Candidates and members of the Nomination Committee must be at the J.W. Marriott hotel by 2pm on April 23.

Wednesday April 23, 2025 3:00pm - 9:00pm EDT
310, 3rd Floor

Youth Participants

11:30pm EDT

Youth Curfew

Wednesday April 23, 2025 11:30pm - 11:45pm EDT

Youth Participants

1:00pm EDT

JAG-LA Career Association Benchmarks (Student-Led)

Thursday April 24, 2025 1:00pm - 1:45pm EDT

JW Grand Ballroom 3, 3rd Floor

Join JAG-LA Career Association for our collaborative Plan of Work, productive state meetings, and an inspiring State Officer Retreat focused on team building and leadership development. Be part of our engaging team-building demonstration!

Thursday April 24, 2025 1:00pm - 1:45pm EDT
JW Grand Ballroom 3, 3rd Floor

Youth Participants

1:00pm EDT

Keys to Building Your Confidence (Student-Led)

Thursday April 24, 2025 1:00pm - 1:45pm EDT

JW Grand Ballroom 2, 3rd Floor

This interactive session, led by the JAG Indiana state officer team, will empower you to unlock your confidence. Through engaging activities, discussions and self-reflection you will learn about four keys that will help you become the best version as yourself.

Thursday April 24, 2025 1:00pm - 1:45pm EDT
JW Grand Ballroom 2, 3rd Floor

Youth Participants

1:00pm EDT

Leadership Session: On A Roll

Thursday April 24, 2025 1:00pm - 1:45pm EDT

JW Grand Ballroom 4, 3rd Floor

Get ready to bring the fun into fundraising! In this fast-paced, hands-on workshop, we’ll break down what fundraising really means, why it matters to your chapter, and how you can take your ideas from brainstorm to big bucks. You’ll learn how to plan, prepare, and perform successful fundraisers—and then put your skills to the test with exciting, interactive challenges that will keep you on your toes. Whether you’re a fundraising rookie or already on a roll, you’ll leave with fresh, creative ideas to power up your chapter’s success!

Speakers

Amy Gallimore

Thursday April 24, 2025 1:00pm - 1:45pm EDT
JW Grand Ballroom 4, 3rd Floor

Youth Participants

1:00pm EDT

Young & Financially Healthy

Thursday April 24, 2025 1:00pm - 1:45pm EDT

JW Grand Ballroom 7, 3rd Floor

The interactive workshop teaches high school students the essentials of money management, including budgeting, saving, and investing. By building smart financial habits early, students will gain the confidence to make informed decisions for a secure and successful future.

Speakers

Regina Warren

Financial Advisor, Northwestern Mutal

Thursday April 24, 2025 1:00pm - 1:45pm EDT
JW Grand Ballroom 7, 3rd Floor

Youth Participants

2:00pm EDT

Leadership Session: Match Your Message

Thursday April 24, 2025 2:00pm - 2:45pm EDT

JW Grand Ballroom 4, 3rd Floor

Not every message fits every audience—and great leaders know how to adapt. Join us to discover why tailoring your message to your audience can make the difference between being heard... and being ignored. You’ll explore real strategies for adjusting your communication style, tone, and content to match the people you're trying to reach—whether it's your peers, teachers, school board members, or community supporters. Through fast-paced challenges, fun scenarios, and group activities, you’ll sharpen your skills and walk away ready to deliver powerful messages that connect every time. Get ready to think fast, speak smart, and match your message like a pro!

Speakers

Amy Gallimore

Thursday April 24, 2025 2:00pm - 2:45pm EDT
JW Grand Ballroom 4, 3rd Floor

Youth Participants

2:00pm EDT

Preparing for Postsecondary Education: Saving Time & Money Through Effective Planning

Thursday April 24, 2025 2:00pm - 2:45pm EDT

JW Grand Ballroom 8, 3rd Floor

In this session, INvestEd will discuss ways to plan and pay for postsecondary education by sharing information about free tools and resources to assist with each step of the process. We'll show students tools to help with finding the right major/career, selecting the right college, maximizing FREE money like scholarships & grants, understanding college costs with net price calculators, and the impacts of social media on college admission & scholarship decisions.

Speakers

Susan Mayberry

INvestEd

Thursday April 24, 2025 2:00pm - 2:45pm EDT
JW Grand Ballroom 8, 3rd Floor

Youth Participants

2:00pm EDT

Servant Leadership

Thursday April 24, 2025 2:00pm - 2:45pm EDT

JW Grand Ballroom 7, 3rd Floor

Discover the power of servant leadership, a unique approach that focuses on putting others first to create meaningful change. This presentation will inspire you to lead with empathy, integrity, and purpose, showing how prioritizing the growth and well-being of others can foster stronger teams, communities, and personal success. Learn how servant leadership principles can guide you to make a positive impact in your school, career, and beyond.

Speakers

Mary Blake

Executive Director, Perry Township Education Foundation

Thursday April 24, 2025 2:00pm - 2:45pm EDT
JW Grand Ballroom 7, 3rd Floor

Youth Participants

2:00pm EDT

TechPoint Careers in Tech

Thursday April 24, 2025 2:00pm - 2:45pm EDT

JW Grand Ballroom 2, 3rd Floor

TechPoint's Careers in Tech web resource (careersintech.info) serves as the doorway to Indiana’s thriving digital innovation economy for prospective talent. Through this new resource, users will access the following benefits:

Informed Decision-Making: Empower your students to make well-informed decisions about their career choices in the tech sector.

Industry Insights: Help students gain a deep understanding of Indiana’s digital innovation economy, emerging trends, and potential opportunities.

Career Pathways: Showcase the diverse range of career paths available within the tech sector, from programming and data science to UX design and cybersecurity.

Story-telling: Connect students with real Indiana tech professionals, allowing them to expand their network and gain insights directly from industry experts.

Digital Skill Growth: Gain access to free, virtual learning opportunities to build a foundation of digital literacy needed for Indiana’s most in demand roles,

Our engaging presentations provide students with an interactive and immersive experience, covering key topics such as:
The Role of Technology in today’s world of work
Navigating Career Pathways in the Tech Industry
Essential Skills and Qualities for Tech Professionals
Tips for Landing Your Dream Tech Job and How to Access Education/Training

Speakers

Emily Kitterman

TechPoint

Thursday April 24, 2025 2:00pm - 2:45pm EDT
JW Grand Ballroom 2, 3rd Floor

Youth Participants

2:00pm EDT

The Power of Partnering

Thursday April 24, 2025 2:00pm - 2:45pm EDT

JW Grand Ballroom 3, 3rd Floor

Are you a high school student ready to step into the world of work? This workshop is designed to equip you with the essential collaboration skills and insights needed to thrive in today's dynamic job market.

Get ready for an interactive, hands-on experience that will:

Unleash Your Inner Collaborator: Discover your unique collaborative style and learn how to work effectively with diverse teams.

Master the Art of Communication: Practice clear and impactful communication, essential for any workplace.

Problem-Solve Like a Pro: Tackle real-world challenges through engaging group activities and collaborative brainstorming.

Build Your Networking Confidence: Learn how to make meaningful connections and expand your professional network.

Gain Inspiration from Global Partnerships: Explore the power of collaboration through the lens of high-profile examples:

Sir Richard Branson's ventures: Discover how he leverages strategic partnerships to build groundbreaking businesses.

The Airbnb co-founders: Learn how their collaborative vision revolutionized the hospitality industry.

Explore Diverse Career Paths: Gain exposure to various industries and learn about the collaborative skills needed to succeed in each.

Develop Employable Skills: Leave with tangible skills and strategies that will make you stand out to potential employers.

Speakers

Lindsay Clark

Program Director, Plus Wonder

A passionate former high school educator turned non-profit program director seeking to promote connection and collaboration from the classroom to the board room.

Thursday April 24, 2025 2:00pm - 2:45pm EDT
JW Grand Ballroom 3, 3rd Floor

Youth Participants

2:00pm EDT

Voting Delegate Orientation

Thursday April 24, 2025 2:00pm - 5:00pm EDT

209, 2nd Floor

Thursday April 24, 2025 2:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
209, 2nd Floor

Youth Participants

3:00pm EDT

JP Morgan Chase - Understanding Credit

Thursday April 24, 2025 3:00pm - 3:45pm EDT

JW Grand Ballroom 2, 3rd Floor

Thursday April 24, 2025 3:00pm - 3:45pm EDT
JW Grand Ballroom 2, 3rd Floor

Youth Participants

3:00pm EDT

Leadership Session: Advocacy Amplified

Thursday April 24, 2025 3:00pm - 3:45pm EDT

JW Grand Ballroom 4, 3rd Floor

Ready to raise your voice and spark real change? Let’s take your passion and turn it into action! You’ll explore what advocacy really means and why it’s a powerful tool for building a stronger, more inclusive school community. Through interactive activities, team challenges, and creative brainstorming, you’ll uncover key areas where your voice is needed—and walk away with a personal action plan to lead with purpose, inspire others, and help every student feel like they belong. This isn’t just about speaking up—it’s about stepping up. Let’s amplify your impact!

Speakers

Amy Gallimore

Thursday April 24, 2025 3:00pm - 3:45pm EDT
JW Grand Ballroom 4, 3rd Floor

Youth Participants

3:00pm EDT

Leveraging Your Entrepreneurial Mindset to Build Your Brand, Your Career, and Your Business

Thursday April 24, 2025 3:00pm - 3:45pm EDT

JW Grand Ballroom 8, 3rd Floor

This is a motivational session designed to inspire students to embrace how the attributes associated with successful entrepreneurialism can lead to success in every facet of their lives.

Speakers

John Lotz

Indiana State University

Thursday April 24, 2025 3:00pm - 3:45pm EDT
JW Grand Ballroom 8, 3rd Floor

Youth Participants

3:00pm EDT

Mental Health in Construction: Breaking the Silence, Building Support

Thursday April 24, 2025 3:00pm - 3:45pm EDT

203-205, 2nd Floor

Mental health issues in the construction industry are often overlooked, even though they significantly impact worker safety and well-being. This presentation highlights findings from a survey commissioned by Clayco, which gathered insights from over 1,000 construction workers and revealed alarming rates of anxiety, depression, and substance misuse. We will discuss the stigma surrounding mental health, barriers to accessing help, and the perceived strength of silence. This interactive presentation will use MentiMeter to engage students in exploring the connection between workplace stress and mental health. We'll also identify strategies to foster an aware and supportive culture on job sites.

Speakers

Tony Glover

ClayCo

Thursday April 24, 2025 3:00pm - 3:45pm EDT
203-205, 2nd Floor

Youth Participants

3:00pm EDT

Money 101: Take Control of Your Financial Future!

Thursday April 24, 2025 3:00pm - 3:45pm EDT

201-202, 2nd Floor

Speakers

Jeffrey Weller

Investment Advisor Representative, Semler Financial

Thursday April 24, 2025 3:00pm - 3:45pm EDT
201-202, 2nd Floor

Youth Participants

3:00pm EDT

Translating Your Experience to the Workforce

Thursday April 24, 2025 3:00pm - 3:45pm EDT

JW Grand Ballroom 7, 3rd Floor

Resume workshop that is featured in IN-DOE Endorsed JobReady Indy. Workshop is designed to help empower students to value all experiences they’ve had, big and small, and translate them in their resumes and interviews. Student will learn how to identify their skills and match them to job descriptions, how to quantify their skills, and market themselves. This is an interactive workshop helping students not just learn but apply the knowledge throughout.

Speakers

Tressie Fife

EmployIndy

Thursday April 24, 2025 3:00pm - 3:45pm EDT
JW Grand Ballroom 7, 3rd Floor

Youth Participants

9:00am EDT

College Success: Your Questions. Answered!

Friday April 25, 2025 9:00am - 9:45am EDT

203-205, 2nd Floor

Navigating college can be overwhelming, but you don't have to do it alone! This Q&A workshop is your opportunity to ask real questions and get practical advice on how to succeed in college. From managing your time to handing finances and finding support, we ll cover the key strategies that help students thrive.

Speakers

Lyndsay Stewart

CSP Coordinator, Ivy Tech

Friday April 25, 2025 9:00am - 9:45am EDT
203-205, 2nd Floor

Youth Participants

9:00am EDT

Leadership Improv - Led by JAGCA National Officers

Friday April 25, 2025 9:00am - 9:45am EDT

JW Grand Ballroom 3, 3rd Floor

Get ready to level up your skills in this Leadership Improv Workshop - hosted by your National Officers! This isn't your average sit-and-listen session. We're diving into interactive activities that will boost your critical thinking, creativity, and active listening. You'll get to draw random scenarios and work with partners to think on your feet, just like real-world leaders do. Come ready to dance, discuss, and develop your leadership abilities in a fun and engaging way!

Speakers

Alontae Gross

Parliamentarian, JAG Career Association

Austin Small

President-Elect, JAG Career Association

Alondra Aguilera Luna

National Secretary, JAG Career Association

Frida Medrano

National President, JAG Career Association

Friday April 25, 2025 9:00am - 9:45am EDT
JW Grand Ballroom 3, 3rd Floor

Youth Participants

9:00am EDT

Leadership Session: On A Roll

Friday April 25, 2025 9:00am - 9:45am EDT

JW Grand Ballroom 4, 3rd Floor

Speakers

Amy Gallimore

Friday April 25, 2025 9:00am - 9:45am EDT
JW Grand Ballroom 4, 3rd Floor

Youth Participants

9:00am EDT

Listening With Your Eyes

Friday April 25, 2025 9:00am - 9:45am EDT

JW Grand Ballroom 2, 3rd Floor

Listening with Your Eyes

Listen with your eyes. Networking is a common business experience, and while these events present a fantastic opportunity to make new connections, they can be overwhelming. Who do you talk to? What do you talk about? How do you move on from an awkward conversation? How do you know when someone is done talking to you? You shouldn’t have to figure these things out on your own.

In this session we’ll explore the nonverbal side of networking. We’ll teach you how to the read subtle nonverbal cues which will give you an advantage in these challenging social situations.

Listening with Your Eyes is the art of using your body, and reading others, to improve your networking experiences.

Key Takeaways
Increase self-awareness of nonverbal habits
Increase the ability to read others’ nonverbal communication
Identify signals of comfort, discomfort, fear, and strength.

Speakers

Mitch Isaacs

Executive Director, Shafer Leadership Academy

Friday April 25, 2025 9:00am - 9:45am EDT
JW Grand Ballroom 2, 3rd Floor

Youth Participants

9:00am EDT

Regions Bank: Financial Literacy...Reality Check

Friday April 25, 2025 9:00am - 9:45am EDT

JW Grand Ballroom 7, 3rd Floor

Speakers

Regions Bank

Friday April 25, 2025 9:00am - 9:45am EDT
JW Grand Ballroom 7, 3rd Floor

Youth Participants

9:00am EDT

Service That Works: Elevating Impact Through Service-Learning

Friday April 25, 2025 9:00am - 9:45am EDT

JW Grand Ballroom 8, 3rd Floor

Not all service is created equal! This interactive workshop will help JAG students move beyond basic service projects and embrace service-learning, a powerful approach that builds leadership, critical thinking, and career-ready skills. Learn how to design projects that create real impact, collaborate with community partners, and stand out to future employers. Through hands-on activities and real-world examples, you’ll discover how service-learning makes you a stronger job candidate while making a difference in your community!

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Speakers

MaryAnn Abramson

Program Director, SOL of Indiana

Friday April 25, 2025 9:00am - 9:45am EDT
JW Grand Ballroom 8, 3rd Floor

Youth Participants

9:00am EDT

Somos Ideas : El Arte De La Vida (Spanish-Speaking)

Friday April 25, 2025 9:00am - 9:45am EDT

201-202, 2nd Floor

¿Alguna vez sientes que solo estás siguiendo la corriente? ¡Este taller es tu oportunidad para liberarte! "Somos Ideas" te equipará con herramientas sencillas pero poderosas para transformar tu manera de verte a ti mismo, al mundo y a tu futuro. Exploraremos cómo convertir nuevas perspectivas en pasos concretos para construir tus sueños. ¡Prepárate para encender tu creatividad, descubrir tu potencial y diseñar la vida que siempre has imaginado! Únete a nosotros y conviértete en el arquitecto de tu propia historia asombrosa.

**Este taller se ofrecerá completamente en español.

** This workshop will only be offered in Spanish.

Speakers

Maria Ruvalcaba Esparza

Friday April 25, 2025 9:00am - 9:45am EDT
201-202, 2nd Floor

Youth Participants

10:00am EDT

Boss Up! Job Ready in 45 Minutes

Friday April 25, 2025 10:00am - 10:45am EDT

JW Grand Ballroom 8, 3rd Floor

Workshop Objectives:

By the end of this session, students will be able to:
Understand key components of a strong resume, cover letter and tailor it for job descriptions.
Learn how to answer common interview questions with confidence.
Practice body language and communication skills for professional interactions.
Discover strategies to follow up after interviews and stand out to employers.

Speakers

Marguerita Archangel

JAG Specialist, Breaux Bridge High School

Friday April 25, 2025 10:00am - 10:45am EDT
JW Grand Ballroom 8, 3rd Floor

Youth Participants

10:00am EDT

Caring for Your Mental Wellbeing

Friday April 25, 2025 10:00am - 10:45am EDT

JW Grand Ballroom 2, 3rd Floor

Join us to learn strategies to support your mental wellbeing during periods of transition and stress. We will discuss the mechanics of chronic stress and provide tools for stress reduction and social connectedness.

Speakers

Leslie Caliz

Project AWARE Specialist, Indiana Department of Education

Sarah Allison, Project AWARE Specialist II, Indiana Department of Education, sallison@doe.in.gov

Friday April 25, 2025 10:00am - 10:45am EDT
JW Grand Ballroom 2, 3rd Floor

Youth Participants

10:00am EDT

JAG New Mexico: Leadership in Action: From Our Chapter to Yours

Friday April 25, 2025 10:00am - 10:45am EDT

JW Grand Ballroom 3, 3rd Floor

Are you ready to elevate your JAG chapter and empower your members to reach their full potential? Join the JAG New Mexico State Officers for an engaging and interactive workshop designed to share proven leadership strategies and practical tools that have fostered success within our own chapters across the state.

Friday April 25, 2025 10:00am - 10:45am EDT
JW Grand Ballroom 3, 3rd Floor

Youth Participants

10:00am EDT

Leadership Session: Match Your Message

Friday April 25, 2025 10:00am - 10:45am EDT

JW Grand Ballroom 4, 3rd Floor

Speakers

Amy Gallimore

Friday April 25, 2025 10:00am - 10:45am EDT
JW Grand Ballroom 4, 3rd Floor

Youth Participants

10:00am EDT

Money Matters: Budgeting & Smart Money Skills

Friday April 25, 2025 10:00am - 10:45am EDT

203-205, 2nd Floor

Are you ready to take control of your finances and build a strong foundation for your financial future? In this interactive workshop, you’ll learn essential financial literacy skills, including creating a realistic budget, managing income wisely, and making informed financial decisions.

Through practical exercises and real-life examples, we’ll cover:

•Understanding the basics of budgeting: needs vs. wants

•Creating a personalized budget that works for you

•Strategies for managing income and expenses effectively

•Smart saving habits and financial goal-setting

•Avoiding common financial pitfalls and overspending traps

Whether preparing for high school, college, or your first job, this session will give you the knowledge and tools to make smart financial decisions, manage your money confidently, and build a strong foundation for your future.

Join us for an engaging and empowering session that will set you on the path to financial success!

Speakers

Marlene Cooper

CEO, Songs of Judah

Friday April 25, 2025 10:00am - 10:45am EDT
203-205, 2nd Floor

Youth Participants

10:00am EDT

Regions Bank: Financial Literacy...Reality Check

Friday April 25, 2025 10:00am - 10:45am EDT

JW Grand Ballroom 7, 3rd Floor

Speakers

Regions Bank

Friday April 25, 2025 10:00am - 10:45am EDT
JW Grand Ballroom 7, 3rd Floor

Youth Participants

10:00am EDT

What Would I Do/ Healthy Relationships

Friday April 25, 2025 10:00am - 10:45am EDT

201-202, 2nd Floor

What Would I Do? is a Healthy Relationships/ Human trafficking prevention curriculum designed to promote critical thinking about healthy relationships, develop a proactive response to harmful cultural messages, and identify action steps for responding to unsafe situations. Three age-specific modules have been created with relevant, real-life scenarios for students to engage with, aligning with many Academic Standards Effective prevention begins with the opportunity for open, honest conversation and connection to everyday life. What Would I Do? provides youth the space for addressing harmful stereotypes, barriers to seeking help, and strategies for staying safe.

Speakers

Brian Carter

JAG Specialist, Eckerd JAG

Friday April 25, 2025 10:00am - 10:45am EDT
201-202, 2nd Floor

Youth Participants

11:00am EDT

Beyond the Field: Creating Tomorrow’s Champions with the Colts

Friday April 25, 2025 11:00am - 11:45am EDT

JW Grand Ballroom 2, 3rd Floor

Speakers

Ande Sadtler

Director of Community Impact, Indianapolis Colts

Eric Cole

Corporate Partnership Executive, Indianapolis Colts

Chris Albright

Creative Director of Graphic Design, Indianapolis Colts

Lindsey Hammond

Vice President of Finance, Indianapolis Colts

Friday April 25, 2025 11:00am - 11:45am EDT
JW Grand Ballroom 2, 3rd Floor

Youth Participants

11:00am EDT

Breakthrough: Unlocking Your Potential (Student-Led)

Friday April 25, 2025 11:00am - 11:45am EDT

201-202, 2nd Floor

Are you ready to elevate your leadership? Join student leaders from the Iowa JAG State Career Association to explore strategies for stepping up, co-creating and executing a plan of work, and building a high-performing team. This interactive session features hands-on activities and real-world insights to help you set goals, define roles, and enhance collaboration. Whether leading in your Career Association, managing a group project, or preparing for your future career, you’ll gain the confidence, communication skills, and teamwork strategies needed to succeed!

Key Takeaways:
How to co-create and execute a plan of work to reach your team’s goals
Tips for effective communication and collaboration in a team setting
Strategies for defining tasks and holding your team accountable
Real-world examples from student leaders who’ve made an impact
This is your chance to learn, grow, and lead—let’s make it happen, together!

Speakers

Mallory Young

iJAG

Gracelyn Peak

iJAG

Lexi Vazquez

iJAG

Marys Kapinga

iJAG

Aralyn Anaya

iJAG

Friday April 25, 2025 11:00am - 11:45am EDT
201-202, 2nd Floor

Youth Participants

11:00am EDT

Dare To Be You (Student-Led)

Friday April 25, 2025 11:00am - 11:45am EDT

JW Grand Ballroom 7, 3rd Floor

As the founder of Dare To Be You, my goal is to motivate people to rise above adversity and become their best selves. In this workshop, I'll share my personal story of navigating the challenges of my adoption, my experience as Miss Indiana Teen USA 2024, and we'll engage in activities focused on building self-confidence and discovering your true self.

Speakers

Aleah Dean

Miss Indiana Teen USA 2024

Friday April 25, 2025 11:00am - 11:45am EDT
JW Grand Ballroom 7, 3rd Floor

Youth Participants

11:00am EDT

JP Morgan Chase - Understanding Credit

Friday April 25, 2025 11:00am - 11:45am EDT

JW Grand Ballroom 3, 3rd Floor

Friday April 25, 2025 11:00am - 11:45am EDT
JW Grand Ballroom 3, 3rd Floor

Youth Participants

11:00am EDT

Leadership Session: Advocacy Amplified

Friday April 25, 2025 11:00am - 11:45am EDT

JW Grand Ballroom 4, 3rd Floor

Speakers

Amy Gallimore

Friday April 25, 2025 11:00am - 11:45am EDT
JW Grand Ballroom 4, 3rd Floor

Youth Participants

11:00am EDT

Leveraging Your Entrepreneurial Mindset to Build Your Brand, Your Career, and Your Business

Friday April 25, 2025 11:00am - 11:45am EDT

JW Grand Ballroom 8, 3rd Floor

This is a motivational session designed to inspire students to embrace how the attributes associated with successful entrepreneurialism can lead to success in every facet of their lives.

Speakers

John Lotz

Indiana State University

Friday April 25, 2025 11:00am - 11:45am EDT
JW Grand Ballroom 8, 3rd Floor

Youth Participants

11:00am EDT

Mental Health in Construction: Breaking the Silence, Building Support

Friday April 25, 2025 11:00am - 11:45am EDT

203-205, 2nd Floor

Speakers

Tony Glover

ClayCo

Friday April 25, 2025 11:00am - 11:45am EDT
203-205, 2nd Floor

Youth Participants

1:00pm EDT

Building Career Connections

Friday April 25, 2025 1:00pm - 1:45pm EDT

JW Grand Ballroom 3, 3rd Floor

This workshop will outline how networking and mentoring can impact your future. We will dive into a discussion by defining key details on both topics as well as how opportunities of each can allow you to get closer in accomplishing career goals and aspirations. Activities and examples will be integrated during the workshop to practice skills as well as facilitate connections to the content discussed.

Speakers

Carrie Lutz

Indiana State University

Friday April 25, 2025 1:00pm - 1:45pm EDT
JW Grand Ballroom 3, 3rd Floor

Youth Participants

1:00pm EDT

College Jeopardy

Friday April 25, 2025 1:00pm - 1:45pm EDT

201-202, 2nd Floor

One of the most fun and engaging presentations that our 21st Century Scholar Mentors offer is a College Jeopardy game where students compete in teams through a competitive jeopardy like game. The questions are geared around college themed categories like Financial Aid, Finding your Play in College, College Lingo, Day in the Life, and Campus Resources. If something like this is already being offered, we can also do something on time management, belonging in college, or leadership development.

Speakers

Kalyn Rudow

Marian University

Friday April 25, 2025 1:00pm - 1:45pm EDT
201-202, 2nd Floor

Youth Participants

1:00pm EDT

College Success: Your Questions. Answered!

Friday April 25, 2025 1:00pm - 1:45pm EDT

JW Grand Ballroom 7, 3rd Floor

Navigating college can be overwhelming, but you don't have to do it alone! This Q&A workshop is your opportunity to ask real questions and get practical advice on how to succeed in college. From managing your time to handing finances and finding support, we 'll cover the key strategies that help students thrive.

Speakers

Lyndsay Stewart

CSP Coordinator, Ivy Tech

Friday April 25, 2025 1:00pm - 1:45pm EDT
JW Grand Ballroom 7, 3rd Floor

Youth Participants

1:00pm EDT

Connecting the Dots: Creating a Network for Career Success -

Friday April 25, 2025 1:00pm - 1:45pm EDT

JW Grand Ballroom 8, 3rd Floor

As a JAG student, you are part of a national network of individuals eager to support you in your career success, but how do you tap into this network and expand it beyond JAG? JAG has likely taught you that networking is the process of building relationships with individuals and businesses for professional purposes. This workshop will guide JAG youth in taking their networking skills beyond the JAG program as they continue the next steps in their career paths. Workshop participants will leave the session with an understanding that networks are as strong as the people in them. By focusing on a diverse group that has a variety of experiences, ages, education levels, and more, youth will be able to connect with people that can help them foster a personal network aligned with their career success.

Speakers

Beth Bowling

Director, K-12, EmployIndy

As a certified nonprofit, workforce, and youth development professional, I am passionate and resourceful with a dedication to empowering youth and communities by utilizing communication, leadership, and organizational skills.

Friday April 25, 2025 1:00pm - 1:45pm EDT
JW Grand Ballroom 8, 3rd Floor

Youth Participants

1:00pm EDT

Establishing Leadership Presence - The Blueprint for Influence and Impact

Friday April 25, 2025 1:00pm - 1:45pm EDT

JW Grand Ballroom 2, 3rd Floor

Leadership is more than a title, its the ability to inspire confidence, commitment, and action in others. In this interactive workshop, participants will explore the core pillars of leadership presence: Purpose, Perspective, Poise, and Projection. Through real-world examples and practical exercises, attendees will learn how to:

- Define their core values and set clear standards for themselves and their team

- Develop the mindset and habits necessary to lead with confidence and clarity

- Manage emotions effectively, turning setbacks into purpose-driven poise.

- Strengthen their ability to influence, communicate, and inspire action.

- Align their actions with their vision and leadership identity.

This session is designed for emerging leaders who want to maximize their impact and build a presence that is respectable in all environments.

Speakers

Sean Davie

Brickpath Foundation

Friday April 25, 2025 1:00pm - 1:45pm EDT
JW Grand Ballroom 2, 3rd Floor

Youth Participants

1:00pm EDT

Leadership Session: On A Roll

Friday April 25, 2025 1:00pm - 1:45pm EDT

JW Grand Ballroom 4, 3rd Floor

Speakers

Amy Gallimore

Friday April 25, 2025 1:00pm - 1:45pm EDT
JW Grand Ballroom 4, 3rd Floor

Youth Participants

1:45pm EDT

Voting Delegates Arrive for JAGCA Business Session

Friday April 25, 2025 1:45pm - 2:00pm EDT

JW Grand Ballroom 5-6, 3rd Floor

Voting Delegates, please plan to arrive at 1:45 pm at JW Grand Ballroom 5-6.

Friday April 25, 2025 1:45pm - 2:00pm EDT
JW Grand Ballroom 5-6, 3rd Floor

Youth Participants

2:00pm EDT

Leadership Session: Match Your Message

Friday April 25, 2025 2:00pm - 2:45pm EDT

JW Grand Ballroom 4, 3rd Floor

Speakers

Amy Gallimore

Friday April 25, 2025 2:00pm - 2:45pm EDT
JW Grand Ballroom 4, 3rd Floor

Youth Participants

2:00pm EDT

The Power of Partnering

Friday April 25, 2025 2:00pm - 2:45pm EDT

JW Grand Ballroom 2, 3rd Floor

Speakers

Lindsay Clark

Program Director, Plus Wonder

A passionate former high school educator turned non-profit program director seeking to promote connection and collaboration from the classroom to the board room.

Friday April 25, 2025 2:00pm - 2:45pm EDT
JW Grand Ballroom 2, 3rd Floor

Youth Participants

2:00pm EDT

What Would I Do/ Healthy Relationships

Friday April 25, 2025 2:00pm - 2:45pm EDT

JW Grand Ballroom 8, 3rd Floor

Speakers

Brian Carter

JAG Specialist, Eckerd JAG

Friday April 25, 2025 2:00pm - 2:45pm EDT
JW Grand Ballroom 8, 3rd Floor

Youth Participants

2:00pm EDT

JAGCA Business Session - Voting Delegates and Officer Candidates - Open to Everyone

Friday April 25, 2025 2:00pm - 5:00pm EDT

JW Grand Ballroom 5-6, 3rd Floor

Attend the official Business Session of NCDC, where our JAGCA National Officers will conduct the official business of the national network.

Observe parliamentary procedure in action and listen to the new business being voted on by our Voting Delegates.
You don't want to miss the chance to cheer on our National Officer Candidates who are running for office - this is a meeting you don't want to miss!

Friday April 25, 2025 2:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
JW Grand Ballroom 5-6, 3rd Floor

Youth Participants

3:00pm EDT

Leadership Session: Advocacy Amplified

Friday April 25, 2025 3:00pm - 3:45pm EDT

JW Grand Ballroom 4, 3rd Floor

Speakers

Amy Gallimore

Friday April 25, 2025 3:00pm - 3:45pm EDT
JW Grand Ballroom 4, 3rd Floor

Youth Participants

11:30pm EDT

Youth Curfew

Friday April 25, 2025 11:30pm - 11:45pm EDT

Youth Participants

10:00pm EDT

Grand Awards Dance - Glow Beach Party

Saturday April 26, 2025 10:00pm - Sunday April 27, 2025 12:00am EDT

White River Ballroom, 1st Floor

Theme: Island Glow Party

Get ready to light up the night at the Island Glow Party, where the music is pumping, the vibes are tropical, and everything shines! Dress in your best tropical party attire or rock neon and glow-in-the-dark looks to stand out under the blacklights.

Saturday April 26, 2025 10:00pm - Sunday April 27, 2025 12:00am EDT
White River Ballroom, 1st Floor

Youth Participants